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Daily Record
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Channel 4's 'moving' new period drama about forbidden love story hailed 'the best'
Channel 4's new period drama starring Gillian Anderson is based off Louise Kennedy's 2022 best selling novel. Channel 4 is set to release a brand new period drama which has already been branded as one of the "best". Trespasses starring Gillian Anderson is based on Louise Kennedy's 2022 novel of the same name and is set during The Troubles in Northern Ireland in the 1970s. Starring alongside the X Files actress in the role of Gina, who's described as a 'glorious wreck', is Lola Petticrew, as the role of Gina's daughter, Cushla, who she is constantly sparring with. Tom Cullen, Martin McCann and Gerard McCarthy also star in the upcoming series, which wrapped up filming in Belfast in December last year. While a release date has not yet been set the show will be coming to Channel 4 later this year and it's already been hailed as 'the best' by Red Magazine reviewers. The broadcaster's synopsis reads: "1975, in a town outside Belfast. "Whilst working one night behind the bar of her family pub, serving a mixed crowd including the locally stationed soldiers, Catholic schoolteacher Cushla meets Michael, an older Protestant married man, who often defends IRA suspects and is friends with cultured Bohemians who enrage and intrigue Cushla. "Worlds apart, Cushla knows a relationship like this spells all kinds of trouble, but they are irresistibly drawn to one another. "In a place where loose lips cost lives and danger lurks in the shadows, amidst the fear and paranoia, this illicit affair between Cushla and Michael ignites and burns bright..." Those who have read the book, which was also shortlisted for the Women's Prize 2023, have heaped praise among the novel with one fan describing it on Amazon as very "moving". Another reviewer said: "Trespasses by Louise Kennedy is an exceptionally well-written, intense novel. This is not an easy read, and you know from the very beginning that there can be no happy ending for these characters. "The prose is direct and at times brutally honest while describing the societal distinctions, violence, divisiveness, bigotry and politics in Northern Ireland during the early years of the Troubles. "I was completely immersed in this novel. The authenticity shone forth and wrapped me in its spell. This is an extremely well-written book that presents both political and emotional complexities in the most straightforward of plots. "There is nothing ornate or clever here, but the author's dedication to truthfulness and organicity broke my heart many times while stoking outrage and tenderness in equal measure." A third described it as: "A passionate but everyday love affair has repercussions not just for Romeo and Juliet but contributes to both implosions and explosions for families, the community and Ireland at large. These are characters and narratives that are etched deeply into my gut. Thank you for this humble yet riveting masterpiece, Ms. Kennedy! Brava." Trespasses will be available to stream on Channel 4 later this year.
Daily Record
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Channel 4's 'moving' new period drama about forbidden romance hailed 'the best'
The upcoming series is coming to Channel 4 later this year (Image: Steffan Hill/Channel 4) Channel 4 is set to release a brand new period drama which has already been branded as one of the "best". Trespasses starring Gillian Anderson is based on Louise Kennedy's 2022 novel of the same name and is set during The Troubles in Northern Ireland in the 1970s. Starring alongside the X Files actress in the role of Gina, who's described as a 'glorious wreck', is Lola Petticrew, as the role of Gina's daughter, Cushla, who she is constantly sparring with. Tom Cullen, Martin McCann and Gerard McCarthy also star in the upcoming series, which wrapped up filming in Belfast in December last year. While a release date has not yet been set the show will be coming to Channel 4 later this year and it's already been hailed as 'the best' by Red Magazine reviewers. The broadcaster's synopsis reads: "1975, in a town outside Belfast. Gillian Anderson plays a leading role in the show (Image: Channel 4) "Whilst working one night behind the bar of her family pub, serving a mixed crowd including the locally stationed soldiers, Catholic schoolteacher Cushla meets Michael, an older Protestant married man, who often defends IRA suspects and is friends with cultured Bohemians who enrage and intrigue Cushla. "Worlds apart, Cushla knows a relationship like this spells all kinds of trouble, but they are irresistibly drawn to one another. "In a place where loose lips cost lives and danger lurks in the shadows, amidst the fear and paranoia, this illicit affair between Cushla and Michael ignites and burns bright..." Join the Daily Record's WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Those who have read the book, which was also shortlisted for the Women's Prize 2023, have heaped praise among the novel with one fan describing it on Amazon as very "moving". Another reviewer said: "Trespasses by Louise Kennedy is an exceptionally well-written, intense novel. This is not an easy read, and you know from the very beginning that there can be no happy ending for these characters. "The prose is direct and at times brutally honest while describing the societal distinctions, violence, divisiveness, bigotry and politics in Northern Ireland during the early years of the Troubles. "I was completely immersed in this novel. The authenticity shone forth and wrapped me in its spell. This is an extremely well-written book that presents both political and emotional complexities in the most straightforward of plots. "There is nothing ornate or clever here, but the author's dedication to truthfulness and organicity broke my heart many times while stoking outrage and tenderness in equal measure." A third described it as: "A passionate but everyday love affair has repercussions not just for Romeo and Juliet but contributes to both implosions and explosions for families, the community and Ireland at large. These are characters and narratives that are etched deeply into my gut. Thank you for this humble yet riveting masterpiece, Ms. Kennedy! Brava." Trespasses will be available to stream on Channel 4 later this year.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘House of the Dragon' Season 3 Adds Barry Sloane, Tom Cullen and Joplin Sibtain to Cast
'House of the Dragon' is adding three more cast members to its upcoming season. Tom Cullen, Joplin Sibtain and Barry Sloane have been added to Season 3 of the HBO fantasy hit. Cullen, who is known for his work in the BBC series 'The Gold' and the upcoming Channel 4 series 'Trespasses,' will star as Ser Luthor Largent. Sibtain, who is known for his work on Disney+'s 'Andor' and Netflix's 'Safe,' will play Ser 'Bold' Jon Roxton. Finally, Sloane, known for his work on Netflix's 'The Sandman' and ABC's 'Revenge,' will star as Ser Adrian Redfort. All three characters were knights in George R.R. Martin's original novel series, which serves as the basis of 'House of the Dragon.' While Ser Luthor Largent is connected to the City Watch of King's Landing, Ser 'Bold' Jon Roxton is the head of House Roxton, and Ser Adrian Redfort is from House Redfort as well as a member of Rhaenyra Targaryen's Queensguard. These new additions will join the previously announced new cast members James Norton as Ormund Hightower, Tommy Flanagan as Lord Roderick Dustin and Dan Fogler as Ser Torrhen Manderly. Season 3 will also star Matt Smith, Emma D'Arcy, Olivia Cooke, Steve Toussaint, Rhys Ifans, Fabien Frankel, Ewan Mitchell, Tom Glynn-Carney, Sonoya Mizuno, Harry Collett, Bethany Antonia, Phoebe Campbell, Phia Saban, Jefferson Hall, Matthew Needham, Tom Bennett, Kieran Bew, Kurt Egyiawan, Freddie Fox, Clinton Liberty, Gayle Rankin and Abubakar Salim. Based on Martin's 'Fire & Blood,' 'House of the Dragon' is set 200 years before the events of 'Game of Thrones' and tells the story of House Targaryen. The drama is showrun by Ryan Condal, who also serves as the show's co-creator and executive producer, alongside fellow EP and co-creator Martin. Other EPs include Sara Hess, Melissa Bernstein, Kevin de la Noy, Vince Gerardis, David Hancock and Philippa Goslett. The first two seasons of 'House of the Dragon' are available to stream on Max. The post 'House of the Dragon' Season 3 Adds Barry Sloane, Tom Cullen and Joplin Sibtain to Cast appeared first on TheWrap.
