Ballinrobe

Robe Cinema is delighted to announce a special screening of:

Saipan

(The Roy Keane/Mick McCarthy dramatic World Cup Story)

Ballinrobe Library on

Friday night, 20th February.

Doors open at 7.30pm,

with the film commencing at 8.00pm sharp.

Tickets are €12 and can be purchased online by clicking below:

Book for the Saipan screening now!

*Early booking is strongly advised as capacity is limited.*

About Saipan

Join us for an exclusive screening of SAIPAN, with exceptional performances from Eanna Hardwicke and Steve Coogan

Running Time: 90mins Age Rating: 15

On the eve of the 2002 FIFA World Cup, the Irish captain Roy Keane forfeits his place in the squad at the team’s preparation base in Saipan, following a heated disagreement with the Irish manager Mick McCarthy.

The thrilling story of the infamous confrontation between iconic Republic of Ireland football captain Roy Keane (Éanna Hardwicke) and his national team manager Mick McCarthy (Steve Coogan) during the Irish team’s preparations for the 2002 FIFA World Cup.

The intense rivalry between these two personalities transcended the game, gripping an entire nation and the sporting world as a whole. On the surface, the feud was all about standards, but deep down it was an incredible story of two men whose rivalry and contempt surpassed the sport they loved. This is the definitive account of one of the most fractious fallings-out in the history of sport.

Directors:Lisa Barros D’Sa, Glenn Leyburn
Cast:Éanna Hardwicke, Steve Coogan, Alice Lowe, Harriet Cains

Read more about Robe Cinema Below

This latest screening follows on from Robe Cinema’s highly successful run of films, including That They May Face the Rising Sun, An Cailín Ciúin, Kneecap, Mrs. Robinson, and Small Things Like These. Since its establishment, Robe Cinema has built a reputation for bringing quality Irish and international cinema to local audiences in an intimate and welcoming setting.

Robe Cinema has also been honoured to host special guest appearances and engaging post-screening Q&A sessions with acclaimed actors and filmmakers such as Seán McGinley, Andrew Bennett, and Fionnuala Flaherty, further enriching the community cinema experience.

Saipan promises another memorable evening for film lovers in Ballinrobe and the surrounding areas. Audiences are encouraged to secure their tickets early to avoid disappointment.

Robe Cinema extends special thanks to St. Colman’s Credit Union for their valued support through the Community Development Programme, which has helped make Robe Cinema possible and continues to support its mission of bringing cinema back to the heart of the community.

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