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Midwinter Break: A Tense Journey Through Trauma and Faith

2/22/2026

Summary

Story summary

Midwinter Break, a drama directed by Polly Findlay, stars Lesley Manville as Stella and Ciarán Hinds as Gerry on a trip to Amsterdam.
The film explores trauma, faith, and communication as they confront unspoken grievances from their Troubles-era past.
Stella's devout Catholicism contrasts with Gerry's skepticism, driving tension rooted in their history.
Findlay's direction captures the nuances of their struggles, making the film appealing to adult audiences in 2026.

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Story summary

Midwinter Break, a drama directed by Polly Findlay, stars Lesley Manville as Stella and Ciarán Hinds as Gerry on a trip to Amsterdam.
The film explores trauma, faith, and communication as they confront unspoken grievances from their Troubles-era past.
Stella's devout Catholicism contrasts with Gerry's skepticism, driving tension rooted in their history.
Findlay's direction captures the nuances of their struggles, making the film appealing to adult audiences in 2026.