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1991 · Movie · 1h 58m · R

The Commitments

CriticsCritics: 82
AudienceAudience: 7.7

In a working-class Dublin neighborhood, a young music enthusiast sets out to form a soul band from local talent. As the singers and musicians rehearse and begin performing, their shared ambition brings energy and possibility—but their clashing personalities make keeping the group together a challenge.

My take

You’ll enjoy this energetic, funny music story if you like ensemble comedies, working-class characters, and classic soul performances; Not for you if you dislike constant arguing, rough language, or messy group dynamics.

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Cast

Michael AherneRobert ArkinsAngeline BallMaria Doyle KennedyDave FinneganBronagh GallagherFélim GormleyGlen Hansard

Director

Alan Parker

If tonight is a The Commitments night…

…these live in the same corner of my head.

Want one picked out for tonight?

Tell me what kind of night it is — I'll do the rest.