
Desmond
2016-07-03 · 16 min · Not rated
Though released from prison Desmond is still in turmoil from the past events that lead him there. As he carves out the path for his new life Desmond struggles between the man he wants to become and the man he was.
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- Directors
- David Howard
- Production companies
- National Film School at IADT
- Countries
- Ireland
- Status
- Released
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Callan CumminsYoung Desmond
Geraldine McAlindenMother
Brian F. MulveyFather
Cathal O'HallinNathan
George BracebridgeParole OfficerTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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