Critic Reviews

It's a glorious film, in large part because it is a reminder of in what low regard we often hold those of "a certain age." You'll come out of the theater full of respect and admiration for these people.

It’s often said that the Irish, blessed with the gift of gab, can be splendid raconteurs. You’ll find generous evidence to that effect here. And a bit of poetry as well.

You’ll shed a tear or two, possibly more.

Older Than Ireland isn't relentlessly upbeat. It's filled with stories of loss, disappointment, tough lessons learned and compromises made, and it's hard not to suspect that the genetic hand you're dealt counts for a lot.

Older than Ireland is at its most moving when addressing the universal experiences that shape all lives.

There is a fair share of such Betty White-ish feistiness on display, but the pathos creeps in unexpectedly.

A charming, moving and over-too-soon portrait of a country, and of what it means to have a longer than expected life.

The film could have used more social, cultural and geographical context. Still, this is such a moving, evocative and rare assemblage of souls, we’re grateful for its existence.

In giving equal weight to all subjects, “Older” flirts with triviality.... But Fegan punctuates some commonplace observations with more peppery ones.

Though never managing to surprise us much, this brisk encounter with the living past has moments of charm and the occasional fresh perspective.