IRISH FILMS ARE TOO COMPLICATED!

A major flaw with Irish features films is so apparent that it's easy to miss! The fact is that most of our movies are just too complicated. By 'complicated' Shoot the Cabbage means they use too much plot, have too many minor-stories, with too many twists, in too short scenes, and too many characters. This wears out the audience out and makes them lose interest. Pick any recent Irish movie from Intermission to 8.5 hours, from W.C. to Situations vacant and the general feeling is that the filmmakers were trying too hard! While amibition must be applauded it's the wrong kind! These films are trying to show off and hammer the audience resulting in a forgettable experience. They are closer to TV drama than cinema. These titles are better suited to the small screen.