| Leonard Maltin/Plot synopsis: |
Gentle, charming tale of a girl who is sent to live with her grandparents on the west coast of Ireland and discovers the myths and magic that have affected her family. A ``small'' story to be sure, but it gradually works its spell on you, with an admirably unsentimental tone (perfectly embodied in solemn young Courtney), moody cinematography from Haskell Wexler, and remarkable ``performances'' from the seals and gulls that populate the film. Adapted from Rosalie Frye's novella The Secret of Ron Mor Skerry by director Sayles, who also edited.
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