A Shine of Rainbows
2009 · Movie · PG · 101 min · ★ 6.5 · 51% critics
An orphaned boy is adopted into a new home on a magical-feeling Irish island, where he finds unusual friendships, hidden places, and a stranded seal pup. As he struggles to feel accepted, his journey becomes a gentle story about belonging, healing, and discovering inner strength.
Also known as A Shine of Rainbows (2009) · Tomás and the Rainbow
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Details
- Years
- 2009
- Release date
- 2009-10-01
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
- Runtime
- 101 min
- Critic score
- 51/100
- TMDB rating
- 6.5/10 (53 votes)
About
You may enjoy this if you like warm, family-friendly stories about belonging, animals, and emotional growth in the spirit of Because of Winn-Dixie or The Secret of Roan Inish; Not for you if you want fast-paced drama.
Pros: heartfelt family story; scenic island setting; uplifting message | Cons: very gentle pace; sentimental tone; light on action
Themes
- island
- grief
- orphan
- seal (animal)
Awards & recognition
- CICFF Children's Jury Award — Best Live-Action Feature Film · 2009
Cast & crew
Connie Nielsen
as Maire
Aidan Quinn
as Alec
John Bell
as Tomás
- TS
Tara Alice Scully
as Nancy
- NS
Niamh Shaw
as Katie
Jack Gleeson
as Seamus
Directed by Vic Sarin