Evelyn
- Drama
Desmond Doyle is devastated when his wife abandons their family on the day after Christmas. His unemployment, and the fact that there is no woman in the house to care for the children—Evelyn, Dermot and Maurice—make it clear to the authorities this is an untenable situation. The Catholic Church and the Irish courts decide to put the Doyle children into Church-run orphanages.
Evelyn is a 2002 drama film based on the true story of Desmond Doyle, an Irish father who fights to reclaim custody of his three children after they are placed in Church-run orphanages by the courts. The film explores themes of family, faith, and one man's determination to challenge an unjust system in 1950s Ireland.
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Pierce BrosnanDesmond Doyle
Aidan QuinnNick Barron
Julianna MarguliesBernadette Beattie
Stephen ReaMichael Beattie
John LynchSenior Counsel Mr. Wolfe
Sophie VavasseurEvelyn Doyle
Alan BatesThomas Connolly- Niall BeaganDermot Doyle
- Hugh McDonaghMaurice Doyle
- Mairead DevlinCharlotte Doyle
Frank KellyHenry Doyle- Clare MullenMrs. Daisley
- Alvaro LucchesiInspector Logan
- Garrett KeoghDistrict Judge
- Daithi O'SuilleabhainBrother Eustace
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When was Evelyn released?
Evelyn was released on September 30, 2002.
What is Evelyn about?
The film follows Desmond Doyle, whose wife abandons their family, prompting Irish authorities and the Catholic Church to place his three children—Evelyn, Dermot, and Maurice—into orphanages. Desmond then fights through the courts to be reunited with them.
Is Evelyn a true story?
Yes, Evelyn is based on the true story of an Irish father's legal battle to reclaim custody of his children from Church institutions in the 1950s.
Where can I watch Evelyn?
As a 2002 film, Evelyn is available on various streaming platforms and digital retailers; check your preferred service for current availability.
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