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Irish Independent

Anticipation building for short film with Wexford family at the helm

The upcoming film, set to be officially shown in the coming months, follows a band as they struggle to go from busking on the streets of Wexford to finding fame on the stage. The main cast is also made up of Dublin actress Tonie Salburg (ANNA – A TALE FOR TOMORROW) and Liam Carney (Angela's Ashes). At the core of the film is Enniscorthy director Michael Cloke, whose family have joined hands to deliver the project; his son Cameron plays a lead role while wife Donna plays a smaller role, with his other two children helping out behind the scenes. Speaking about the project, he described how the gritty film focuses on the struggles of artists and ultimately becomes a lesson in resilience. "Side Lines is a deeply personal film that explores the sacrifices artists make in pursuit of their dreams. As a filmmaker, I wanted to capture the raw emotions of ambition, love, and the harsh realities of financial struggle. The main character's journey is one that resonates with many choosing between passion and stability, between art and survival.' "At its core, Side Lines is about resilience. It's about believing in oneself even when the odds seem insurmountable. Through this film, I hope to inspire audiences to reflect on their dreams and the sacrifices they've made or are willing to make to achieve them,' he added. He explained that the visual style of the camerawork will reflect the tension of the plot, with intimate close-ups and dynamic street performances that ill underscore the importance of music. "Music plays a central role, not just as a backdrop, but as a character itself shaping relationships, driving conflict, and ultimately leading to redemption.'