THE BRIGHT SIDE  –  Feature Film  –  Director

Synopsis

A world weary Irish, stand-up comedienne tries to lean on black humour to deal with a cancer diagnosis but the bonds she forms with four women she encounters on the chemo ward change her forever

Reviews

“Ruth Meehan’s film is a pleasant dramedy, rich in brilliant moments, and able to treat a delicate topic with depth & courage”
Davide Abbatescianni – Cineuropa

“A brave and ultimately rewarding approach to the subject of cancer. The film plays like a merrier version of One Flew over the Cuckoo´s Nest”
Donald Clarke – Irish Times

“A moving dramedy about the power of love, laughter and friendship”
Meg Walker – Image Magazine

‘Emotional, stirring, touching’
Entertainment.ie

‘A stonkingly good film’
Newstalk

‘A hell of an achievement ‘
RTE Radio

‘Funny, touching and true’
Sunday World

‘Will give your soul the metaphorical hug it needs’
Image Magazine

‘Round up your best girlfriends and  book a date now’
Woman´s Way