Irish Jam (2006)
Upon discovering that their town is up for sale, crafty Irish villagers scheme to raise the money to prevent the buy-out. They hold a poetry contest with a tempting grand prize -- the deed to their local pub. But what could happen when a duplicitous American rapper emerges as the best poet around?
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Don't listen to the negative reviews
A Masterpiece!
Blistering performances.
One of the worst ways to make a cult movie is to set out to make a cult movie.
Though Eddie Griffin's performance can grate on one's nerves (he tends to overact)but what you have to watch for is the amazing performance of Anna Friel, just before she won the role of Chuck on the television series "Pushing Daisies." She and Ireland are a lovely combination not to mention the familial bond between her and the young girl who plays her daughter which I found endearing. I definitely liked the cultural crossing aspect of the film, a bit of an unusual twist on a 'fish out of water' story. The video and blooper reel during the credit roll is amusing, the village actors seemed like really great sports.My only question is where to purchase the soundtrack? Loved Anna's traditional Irish singing!
How can anyone in their right minds think this kind of crap is either funny or entertaining? If it was made about any other country except "cute Ireland" there would be a lawsuit to end all lawsuits. Does anyone really think people in Ireland are this thick and uncouth? Why a fine actress like Anna Friel got involved is beyond me. Yes, I'm Irish and I notice other posts from Irish people, who feel the same way. There's a reason for that. We would like our country to be portrayed as a forward thinking financially successful European nation, with a buoyant economy, a well educated and industrious work force. We are not fools, living in mud huts who never shower and spend our nights drinking ourselves into stupors, as films like this portray us. Had to get that off my chest!
Don't know where this little gem came from, or if it ever appeared in any theater, but it tops most of what comes out of Hollywood these days. It's funny, touching, and a sensory feast for the eyes and ears. If you like anything about Ireland, you'll likely enjoy this movie. All of the performances are excellent. Be warned that is does deserve its PG-13 rating, so it may not be family-friendly for all. It's unfortunate that movies like this don't have enough pull to find a profitable audience, but I suppose that's where Blockbuster and the like can have an impact. It's a bit strange that the overall user rating on IMDb is rather low, but most of the reviews are favorable. In this instance, I think the reviews tell the real story. Give this one a try and judge for yourself.
A beautiful movie in several ways. Anna Friel as Maureen is lovely to watch as her past and background develop. Her daughter, played by Tallulah Pitt-Brown, is charming and nearly steals the show in many of her appearances.But the real star is the village of Ballywood, which exudes old-Irish charm ... as it eases into the 21st century. Ireland of today is not the third world country of last century. As the townspeople accept and embrace Eddie Griffin's character, their personality unfolds.Great music, scenery, and characterizations round out an enjoyable movie.