What is Shake Hands with the Devil?
Shake Hands with the Devil is a 1959 action, drama, war, and history film set in 1921 Dublin. It follows Kerry O'Shea, an Irish-American medical student who becomes outlawed after saving a wounded friend and is subsequently drawn into the IRA by his former professor, Sean Lenihan.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1959
- Release date
- Jun 24, 1959
- Genres
- Action, Drama, War, History
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.5/10
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Shake Hands with the Devil is a 1959 action, drama, war, and history film set in 1921 Dublin. It follows Kerry O'Shea, an Irish-American medical student who becomes outlawed after saving a wounded friend and is subsequently drawn into the IRA by his former professor, Sean Lenihan. The narrative examines the tension between the rebels and the Black and Tans, special British forces known for harsh measures.
The film is based on a 1933 novel by Rearden Conner, whose father was a Royal Irish Constabulary policeman. It explores themes of love and hate amidst political strife, specifically focusing on the internal conflict of a rebel leader who views fighting as an end in itself and the complications of a romance between an IRA member and an English hostage.
Should you watch it?
“A medical student is drawn into the IRA during the conflict in 1921 Dublin.”
- Explores the moral complexities of fighting as an end in itself
- Features a romantic subplot involving an English hostage
- Based on a 1933 novel by the son of a Royal Irish Constabulary policeman
- The plot centers on the grim realities of the battle between the IRA and Black and Tans
Watch it if you are interested in the historical conflict between the IRA and British forces in 1921.
This historical war drama focuses on political tension and conflict with a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes.
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The film holds a 70% rating from 18 users on Kinobox.cz.
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The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes.
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No, this is a feature film, not a series.
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