Inspired by Italian filmmaker Gianni di Gregorio’s Mid – August Lunch, this Dublin-set drama is from Drogheda brothers Darren and Colin Thornton. Fionnula Flanagan is wonderfully cast as writer Edward’s mother, who is recovering from a stroke which robbed her of speech. Edward is gay, and finds himself looking after her and three other eccentric women, all mothers cast adrift for the weekend by their offspring. Funny and charming, it is also making clear points about caring for older parents and the challenges this can bring.

Wild Strawberries is our monthly film club for the over 55s. Tickets are just €5.50 for IFI Members and €6.00 for non-members, and include a free tea or coffee!

Notes by Alicia McGivern.