Róise & Frank

2022, PG, Ireland, Drama, 84 minutes
  Florida Premiere
  Filmmakers in Attendance
  Gaeilge with English Subtitles

Directors: Rachael Moriarty, Peter Murphy
Producer: Cúán Mac Conghail
Writers: Rachael Moriarty, Peter Murphy
Cast: Bríd Ní Neachtain, Cillian Ó Gairbhí, Lorcan Cranitch, Ruadhán de Faoite

It has been two years since Róise lost the love of her life: her husband, Frank. She is now isolated in grief, cut off from family and community. The arrival of a mysterious dog, who seems intent on connecting with Róise, heralds huge change... but is it for the better? The dog loves sport and steaks, has a favorite armchair and an aversion to their neighbor, Donncha. Róise quickly comes to believe that this dog is her beloved Frank, reincarnated. While her son worries that his mother has lost her mind, the local community seem to embrace the idea of Frank’s return, especially as he coaches a shy local kid to become a star player and ensure success for the school team. Róise is happy once more, but is there a real future for her with a dog-husband?