Synopsis

How many times can you meet the person destined for you in your lifetime? Is it really just once, as the title of the film Once suggests? A musician from Dublin, who repairs vacuum cleaners at his father's shop and sings on the streets, meets a young Czech immigrant woman selling roses on the same street. She, a pianist, is drawn to his music and arranges to meet him again, partly to fix her broken vacuum cleaner. They soon find themselves playing music together at a nearby music shop, forming a musical connection in a short time. Recently heartbroken, he finds new inspiration through their meeting and decides to record the album he has long dreamed of. The Irish musical film Once(2006) weaves the chance encounter and brief romance of these two music-loving individuals into heartfelt songs. Despite its modest, low-budget appearance, the film resonated deeply with audiences, creating a significant impact.

Director

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  • John Carney
  • John Carney, born in Dublin in 1972, began his filmmaking career by directing videos for the Irish band "The Frames," in which he was formerly a bassist. He also wrote, produced, and directed the short films Shining Star(1995) and Hotel(1995), winning numerous awards. He went on to make feature films such as November Afternoon(1996), On the Edge(2001), and Just in Time(1998). Additionally, he has participated in writing and directing TV dramas.

Ticket Booking Guidelines

※ General Screenings: Tickets for general screenings can be reserved through the official website (www.jimff.org).

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