Belfast : Ciarán Hinds and Jude Hill on How Every Ruined Take Was Jamie Dornan’s Fault

With Belfast opening in theaters this weekend, I recently spoke to Ciarán Hinds and Jude Hill about writer-director Kenneth Branagh’s most personal film yet. During the interview, they talked about working with Branagh, what it means to be part of a film getting such great reviews, what parts of the material were toughest to film, the challenges of filming during COVID, and how Hinds was a teenager in Belfast when the story takes place. Hill also talks about what surprised him about making his first movie. In addition, they jokingly revealed that every ruined take was probably the result of something co-star Jamie Dornan did on set.
If you haven’t seen the trailer, Belfast is a semi-autobiographical film based on Branagh’s own childhood growing up in the city and what took place in the summer of 1969 (which was known as The Troubles). The film mostly follows a working-class family and their struggles as the city starts to deal with the growing conflict and escalating violence. Shot beautifully in black and white, with a great soundtrack by Belfast’s own Van Morrison, Belfast also stars Caitriona Balfe and Judi Dench and was produced by Branagh, Laura Berwick, Becca Kovacik and Tamar Thomas.
Watch what Ciarán Hinds and Jude Hill had to say in the player above and below is exactly what we talked about.
Ciarán Hinds and Jude Hill
Which of Jude’s friends and family were most excited he got the part?
What does it mean to be part of a film getting such great reviews?
How Ciaran grew up in Belfast and was a teenager when the film takes place.
What surprised Jude about making his first movie?
How they were locked down during the making of the movie during COVID.
What was it like working with Kenneth Branagh on set since this was such a personal film to him?
What ended up being a tough scene to film and why?
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[@hs6404]

It is so sweet to see Jude Hill listening to Ciaran Hinds speak. His demeanor and expressions are very respectful and attentive. I have not seen "Belfast" yet; however, it is something to look forward to...

[@Happybidr]

These two were just magical together in this movie. All the scenes with Grandpa tries to help Buddy negotiate his way to a relationship with Catherine, a little girl in his class…they were so charming and funny and real. Jude Hill had chemistry with each of the other actors.

[@martinobrien7110]

The truly great Ciaran Hinds . Acting Talent .

[@75smurfette]

Belfast was an incredible viewing experience and Jude Hill's performance floored me!

[@derekmcmanus8615]

It's biological

[@selinaeglin5413]

This lad played his character so well in Belfast and he’s such a lovely person. I can see him making it big and he’s going to have a lot of great opportunities in the future. The way he comes across in this interview he has a very friendly personality and his heart is in the right place. I’m a Liverpool supporter so good choice 👍 Awesome keep up the great work. 😊

[@alexwhite5683]

One the best movies I've seen in a long time. Absolutely amazing!

[@gregbrogan9061]

I saw a clip with these two characters and Jude Hill totally sold it to me - adorable little guy!

[@sjk1940]

Or, The Mayor of Casterbridge

[@Belfastboi]

Oh god I wish this interview was longer they are fabulous Together 🥰

[@sheilaburns8977]

Every time I see Ciaran Hinds I think of Veronica Guerin. He was so good in the movie, but his character wasn't a nice person. :( Can't wait to see Belfast. PEACE to ALL.

[@wendajones9040]

This kid is a darling!

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People will dislike this video for stupid code reasons. You know, because a film can only be about some other turd's psychological video game. So annoyed by that.

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CUANTO SE ESTRENA

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For Darkseid

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Aberforth!

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Hiiii