Culture Night | The Penguin Lessons

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025 at 08:00 pm UTC+01:00

Draíocht, The Blanchardstown Centre, Blanchardstown, Ireland Dublin 15 | Dublin

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Culture Night | The Penguin Lessons
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Argentina, 1976. Disillusioned schoolteacher Tom Michell (Steve Coogan) arrives in Buenos Aires to teach at a prestigious all-boys school. He was expecting an easy ride-but with the city spiralling into crisis and violence, the students remain unteachable.
During a weekend trip to Uruguay, Tom rescues a penguin trapped in oil from a spill on a nearby beach. Sneaking it back to Argentina, the penguin’s unique presence becomes an integral part of the school community and sparks a new enthusiasm in both Tom and his young charges.
From director Peter Cattaneo (Military Wives, The Full Monty), this heartwarming film, based on a memoir of the same name, shows how even the most unlikely connections can affect profound change and self-discovery.
Directed by: Peter Cattaneo
Written By: Jeff Pope
Starring: Steve Coogan, Jonathan Pryce, Bjorn Gustafsson & David Herrero
"You will smile and you will laugh, sometimes uncontrollably." - Next Best Picture
"Endearing, delightful and meaningful." - Collider
"... a work of surprising depth and subtle, irresistible impact ..." - Observer
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Duration 111 mins
Age guideline: 12A
Enjoy Draíocht's 4K HD Surround Sound Cinema Experience
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