Fools of Fortune

1990 PG-13 1h 49m 5.3

A Protestant Irish family is caught up in a conflict between Irish Republicans and the British army.

This an intensely moving story of young love set in 1918 rural Ireland. We see how three generations of the same family are shattered by the Anglo-Irish conflict. 'Fools of Fortune' takes place on the huge estate of the Quintons. Sheltered from the economic and political travails all around them, they are shocked into the real world when one of their workers is ritualistically murdered. Previously noncommittal, the family is thrust into the middle of the struggle. After a deadly confrontation in which most of his loved ones are killed, young Willie vows revenge and embarks on a journey of political intrigue, love and self exile.

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Info about Fools of Fortune

Studio(s): Working Title Films, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment

Originally Released: United States on Jun 20, 1990

Production Countries: Array, Array

Genres: Drama, Romance