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When Father Peter Clifford (Peter Tompkinson) comes from
Manchester to the small Irish village of Ballykissangel, he knows he will be
facing some opposition. After all, what is an English priest doing in Ireland,
of all places? He soon finds out that the town of Ballykissangel poses many more
challenges than just accepting the unfamiliar priest. The delightfully
mischievous cast of characters include Brian Quigley, the local businessman and
entrepreneur; Donal and Liam, his faithful sidekicks; Siobhan, the frequently
prescient veterinarian; and the tough owner of Fitzgerald's Bar, Assumpta. As
the characters become more familiar throughout the series, their tribulations
and triumphs are all the more realistic. The intricate characterizations,
beautiful scenery, and delightfully dry humor ensure that fans of the English
series All Creatures Great and Small will also enjoy Ballykissangel and savor its distinctly Irish twist. |
