Man of Aran
1934 · directed by Robert Flaherty
- Rating
- 80/100
- Hit
- yes
A documentary on the life of the people of the Aran Islands, who were believed to contain the essence of the ancient Irish life, represented by a pure uncorrupted peasant existence centred around the struggle between man and his hostile but magnificent surroundings. A blend of documentary and fictional narrative, the film captures the everyday trials of life on Ireland's unforgiving Aran Islands.
Man of Aran (1934), directed by Robert Flaherty, rates 80/100 — a hit. See how its director, cast and crew rate across their careers.
More from Robert Flaherty
- Nanook of the North (1922) — 84/100 · hit
- Louisiana Story (1948) — 68/100
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