Reviews from the Premiere of Jadotville
Jadotville premiered at the Galway Film Fleadh this weekend, ahead of its Netflix release later this year. Based on the book by Declan Power, and starring ’50 Shades’ actor Jamie Dornan, the film tells the story of the 1961 Irish ‘A’ Company who fought during the Siege at Jadotville. Veterans from the siege gathered on Saturday for the premiere.
Veterans of Jadotville gather for the premiere
Early reviews and responses have all been remarkably positive, leading to greater anticipation for the film’s arrival to the streaming service. Judging from the audience at the Galway Film Fleadh, October cannot come quickly enough.
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Just out from @netflix premiere of #Jadotville @GalwayFilm thrilling true story relentless action, superb acting & one to watch – brilliant!
— Sarah Anne Brennan Aaslepp (@Buffy_Sam) July 9, 2016
The film follows the story of Pat Quinlan, the Commandant of the ‘A’ Company at the Siege at Jadotville. It was only fitting, then, that the granddaughter of Quinlan was present to see the film, and to give her verdict on his portrayal by Dornan on the big screen.
@rte #Jadotville was excellent. Great depiction of events. Captured the essence of our grandfather perfectly also
— Karen Quinlan-Byrne (@LadyKQB) July 10, 2016
In the end, the film received a standing ovation from the audience. The siege was described by the book’s author Declan Power as ‘Ireland’s forgotten battle’. It was clear to see from this reaction that, 55 years later, Irish audiences are ready to hear the full story.
Standing ovation for extraordinary 'A' company. congratulations to Ritchie Smyth #jadotville #irishfilm pic.twitter.com/BIq7cHoSNj
— Irish Film & TV Net (@IFTN) July 9, 2016
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Since the premiere, it’s been announced that the heroes of Jadotville will be awarded a unit citation. The ceremony will take place in September 2016, before the scheduled release of the film on Netflix.
Another proud moment. My father announcing the long overdue awarding of a unit citation for A Company #jadotville pic.twitter.com/oq3cX6pzkA
— Karen Quinlan-Byrne (@LadyKQB) July 10, 2016
The Irish government is to award a special citation to those who fought at #Jadotville. Announced today pic.twitter.com/qYewNOBTW0
— MaverickHouse (@Maverick_House) July 10, 2016
Maverick House is very proud to have been part of the effort to ensure their heroism was recognised. The film remained faithful to Declan Power’s book on the now famous battle. We look forward to hearing what everyone thinks when the film is released for the general public.