Colin Farrell talks new movie, coming home and just 'being dad'

He’s just finished his third movie and after five months on the road, Colin Farrell is itching to get home and just “be dad”, he tells Esther McCarthy            

He’s filmed three new projects in what has been one of the most buoyant and exciting times in his career, but in just over a week, Colin Farrell will take a lengthy break from acting, and he is delighted at the prospect.

Taking on a number of interesting films — including Tim Burton’s live-action remake of animated classic Dumbo, which he is currently shooting in London — has meant extended periods away from his two boys.