Loach on form in strong and thoughtful 'Route Irish'

Loach has never been afraid to take sides where other moviemakers, tackling a political story, fudge and quibble and show a fearful desire not to offend … the excellent Loach almost always goes for it.

Sun, 20 Mar, 2011 - 14:04

Director: Ken Loach

Cast: Mark Womack, John Bishop, Trevor Williams, Andrea Lowe

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