It is a record of a son's sacrifice, examining how love can become a heavy toll when dealing with a family member who violently rejects help. Key Cast & Production
as Jean: Her performance as the self-destructive mother earned high critical acclaim.
The film follows John, a young man eking out a living as a nocturnal taxi driver to support himself and his severely alcoholic mother, Jean. Glassland Movie
After finding Jean unconscious from another overdose, John is told she will die without professional rehab.
Filmed entirely in Dublin, Ireland , with support from the Irish Film Board. Critical Reception & Awards It is a record of a son's sacrifice,
Currently holds an 84% audience score and a 28% critic rating on JustWatch , though Roger Ebert noted it as a powerful candidate for discouraging drinking.
You can find it on Amazon Prime Video or rent it via platforms like JustWatch and Justdial . Glassland movie review & film summary - Roger Ebert After finding Jean unconscious from another overdose, John
as Shane: John’s best friend, who provides a glimpse into a different kind of familial struggle.