100
It's a glorious film, in large part because it is a reminder of in what low regard we often hold those of "a certain age." You'll come out of the theater full of respect and admiration for these people.
What are people saying?
What are critics saying?
80
The New York Times by Andy Webster
It’s often said that the Irish, blessed with the gift of gab, can be splendid raconteurs. You’ll find generous evidence to that effect here. And a bit of poetry as well.
80
The Irish Times by Donald Clarke
Older than Ireland is at its most moving when addressing the universal experiences that shape all lives.
70
Los Angeles Times by Gary Goldstein
The film could have used more social, cultural and geographical context. Still, this is such a moving, evocative and rare assemblage of souls, we’re grateful for its existence.
60
The Hollywood Reporter by John DeFore
Though never managing to surprise us much, this brisk encounter with the living past has moments of charm and the occasional fresh perspective.
80
Film Journal International by Maitland McDonagh
Older Than Ireland isn't relentlessly upbeat. It's filled with stories of loss, disappointment, tough lessons learned and compromises made, and it's hard not to suspect that the genetic hand you're dealt counts for a lot.
63
Washington Post by Mark Jenkins
In giving equal weight to all subjects, “Older” flirts with triviality.... But Fegan punctuates some commonplace observations with more peppery ones.
80
You’ll shed a tear or two, possibly more.
75
The Seattle Times by Moira Macdonald
A charming, moving and over-too-soon portrait of a country, and of what it means to have a longer than expected life.
75
There is a fair share of such Betty White-ish feistiness on display, but the pathos creeps in unexpectedly.