Four Mothers

James McArdle stars in this comedy charmer as a Young Adult novelist and carer who finds his hands full when three mates ditch their mums with him for the weekend. Young adult novelist Edward (Glasgow-born star James McArdle) is also a carer for his non-verbal mum Alma (Fionnula Flanagan), who gives him orders via an iPad. If juggling life with her and an impending book tour wasn’t enough, his three friends see an opportunity to ditch their own ageing mums with him as they head for a gay Pride weekend. Soon the demanding Jean (Dearbhla Molloy), Rosie (Paddy Glynn) and Maude (Stella McCusker) are making their presence felt. Darren Thornton spins this scenario - loosely adapted from Italian hit Mid-August Lunch - into a heartwarming comedy charmer about caring for others and yourself. Screening as part of Official Selection The screening on 3 March will be followed by a Q&A with James McArdle (cast) and Chris Thornton (writer). View all GFF25 Q&A Screenings here. Thanks to BFI and Breakout PicturesIreland, 2024PT1H29MN/C 15+2025-03-03

James McArdle

Fionnula Flanagan

Dearbhla Molloy

Darren Thornton

Four Mothers"Four Mothers"

Showtimes

March 3, 8:40 pm

March 4, 3:30 pm