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Gleeson is superb as Cahill, allowing his incredible spirit and criminal guile while ceding the essential brazen naivety that was his unmaking.

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In 1998's "The General," Martin Cahill, a charismatic criminal and folk hero in Dublin, orchestrates a string of bold heists that capture the attention of both the police and the IRA. As he gains notoriety, Cahill becomes embroiled in a cat-and-mouse game with the authorities and his own allies, ultimately leading to his downfall. Directed by John Boorman, this biographical crime drama stars Brendan Gleeson, Adrian Dunbar, and Sean McGinley, and is based on the real-life story of Cahill, who defied the law and captured the hearts of many.

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