Peter Mullan and Oscar(R) Nominee Brenda Blethyn Star in the Heartwarming and Inspirational Comedy 'On A Clear Day'

Peter Mullan and Oscar(R) Nominee Brenda Blethyn Star in the Heartwarming and Inspirational Comedy 'On A Clear Day'

Coming to DVD July 11, 2006 From Universal Studios Home Entertainment

'A heartwarming film with an uplifting theme!' enthuses Claudia Puig, USA Today

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., June 27 /PRNewswire/ -- An ordinary man sets himself a seemingly impossible challenge in "On a Clear Day", a funny yet poignant story of determination and triumph, coming to DVD on July 11, 2006 from Universal Studios Home Entertainment. One of the year's most touching films, it stars Peter Mullan ("Trainspotting") in a heartfelt story about personal renewal, with a engaging supporting cast that includes Academy Award(R) nominee Brenda Blethyn ("Pride & Prejudice") and Billy Boyd ("Lord of the Rings" trilogy). Gaby Dellal, in her feature film debut, directs this uplifting tale with a sure hand and deft humor, from a script written by Alex Rose. Filmed on location in Glasgow, the Isle of Man and Dover, "On a Clear Day" is an unforgettable account of how one man defies great odds as he takes on the greatest challenge of his life.

Frank Redmond (Peter Mullan) is a Glasgow working stiff who finds himself unemployed for the first time in his adult life. With his pride in tatters and his family estranged, Frank embarks on an inspiring quest to swim the English Channel. The DVD is priced at $29.98 SRP.

"On A Clear Day" Makes A Splash with Critics

Critics from coast to coast were charmed by "On a Clear Day." "A cinematic gem that actually makes you feel good about being alive!" cheers Pete Hammond of Maxim. "Thumbs up. Scores some laughs and hits the heartstrings," says Richard Roeper of "Ebert & Roeper." "Four stars! Warm-hearted!" declares Alan Morrison of empireonline.com. Anne Gilbert, filmcritic.com, praises "On a Clear Day" as, "Charming! Remarkably entertaining!"

Synopsis

Sometimes you have to lose your mind to save your life. For Frank Redmond it all started when he was unceremoniously laid off from a job he had held for decades. He floundered, feeling helpless, until he decided to take on the ultimate long distance challenge -- to swim the English Channel! His family's sure he's gone off the deep end, but his friends are just as crazy as he is, filling his quest with laughter and good cheer as he prepares to face the biggest challenge of his life. "On a Clear Day" is a hilarious, inspirational story of courage and community that will lift your spirits again and again!

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CAST & FILMMAKERS
Director: Gaby Dellal
Written By: Alex Rose
Produced By: Sarah Curtis, Dorothy Berwin
Director of Photography: David Johnson
Production Designer: Mark Leese
Edited By: Robin Sales
Costume Designer: Kate Hawley
Original Music By: Stephen Warbeck
Cast: Peter Mullan, Brenda Blethyn, Billy Boyd, Sean McGinley, Jamie
Sives, Ron Cook, Benedict Wong

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
DVD
Street Date: July 11, 2006
Copyright: 2006 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.
Price: $29.98
Selection Number: 28852
Running Time: 1 Hr 39 Mins
Layers: Dual Layer
Aspect Ratio: Anamorphic Widescreen 1.85:1
Rating: PG-13
Technical Info: English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround; English SDH, French,
Spanish

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