Hear My Song
Singer Josef Locke fled to Ireland 25 years ago to escape the clutches of the tax man and police Chief Jim Abbott. What he also left behind was the love of his life Cathleen Doyle. Now, Micky O’Neill is desperate to save both his ailing Liverpool nightclub ‘Heartly’s’ and his failing relationship with the beautiful Nancy, Cathleen’s daughter. The solution? Book the infamous Josef Locke.
Critics Sentiment
Josef Locke finally performs his legendary tenor songs for the audience
Nancy abruptly ends sexual encounter when Mickey won't say he loves her
The film dramatically improves when Mickey begins his journey to Ireland, lifting from the awkward early scenes to find its charming Celtic whimsy.
Critics found Hear My Song to have a notably weak and awkward opening act, particularly criticizing an unnecessary sex scene and the general sleaziness. However, the film finds its footing once Mickey travels to Ireland, with reviewers praising the Celtic charm, gorgeous scenery, and especially Ned Beatty's remarkable performance as Josef Locke. The climactic singing sequences moved many to tears, though the sentimental ending was considered predictable.
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Ned Beatty
Josef Locke
Adrian Dunbar
Micky O'Neill
Tara Fitzgerald
Nancy Doyle
William Hootkins
Mr. X
Shirley Anne Field
Cathleen Doyle
David McCallum
Jim Abbott
James Nesbitt
Fintan O'Donnell
John Dair
Derek
Stephen Marcus
Gordon
Laurie Morton
Molly
Britta Smith
Kitty Ryan
Gladys Sheehan
Grandma Ryan
Gina Moxley
Brenda Ryan
Rúaidhrí Conroy
Grandson Ryan
Norman Vaughan
Himself
Harold Berens
Benny Rose
Mary MacLeod
Librarian
Jimmy Keogh
Jo's Boys 1
Liam O'Callaghan
Jo's Boys 2
Paddy Cole
Jo's Boys 3
Crew
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