As a dedicated follower of cinema with a soft spot for compelling narratives and captivating performances, I am thrilled about Cillian Murphy’s latest project, “Small Things Like These.” Having had the privilege to witness his transformation from a young, vibrant Thomas Shelby in Peaky Blinders to the enigmatic Joseph Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, I am eager to see him take on this complex character of Bill Furlong.
Cillian Murphy was surprised that Claire Keegan’s popular novel Small Things Like These hadn’t been made into a movie, but he was grateful for the chance to be involved. “It’s not just loved in Ireland, but also in America and Europe,” he explained to Entertainment Weekly. “So we felt a sense of duty to tell the story well, so we gave it our all,” the Academy Award winner said further.
In the role of Oppenheimer, the actor didn’t just take on the lead part, but also spearheaded the film’s production through his freshly established production company, Big Things Films, in collaboration with producer Alan Moloney. This company was christened after their initial project’s title, although they decided against naming it Small Things Like These as it might have suggested limited aspirations. Instead, they slightly modified the name.
In 1985, the tale unfolds around Bill Furlong (portrayed by Murphy), a busy coal merchant in New Ross, Ireland, and a father to five children. He’s also involved with the “Magdalene laundries,” an organization that has seen exploitation of sex workers and young, unmarried women under its care.
Although everyone seems to endure their suffering silently, knowing the wrongdoers, Bill finds it challenging not to be moved by injustice. During a coal delivery to the convent, he discovers a young girl locked outside in a chilly shed. As the story unfolds, Bill decides to take action against the situation himself.
When asked what drew him to Bill’s narrative, Murphy stated that he had never portrayed a character quite like him before. He elaborated by noting that Bill is a multifaceted individual grappling with sorrow and inner conflicts.
However, despite his noble instincts, he carries out an unconventional action which I don’t consider a deliberate act of heroism,” Murphy noted. He also shared that this role marked the first time for him to portray a character who speaks less and found it an “intriguing” experience.
Small Things Like These is available to stream on December 17, 2024.
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2024-12-17 23:53