In the Name of the Father

Daniel Day-Lewis’ performance as Irishman Gerry Conlon, falsely imprisoned for over 14 years as a suspected IRA terrorist, is absolutely astounding. Nominated for 7 Oscars, this remarkably powerful film skilfully balances the period's political issues between Northern Ireland and Britain; the emotional drama of a family’s search for justice and, most importantly, the relationship between an estranged father and his son.