The Crush

Eight-year-old Ardal has a romantic heart and a passionate crush on his second-class teacher, Ms Purdy. But his dreams of marrying his love are dashed when she becomes engaged to her boyfriend, who Ardal deems entirely unacceptable. Inspired by his favourite western movies, he decides that his only course of action is to challenge his rival to a duel.

Director: Michael Creagh

Cast: Oran Creagh, Olga Wehrly, Rory Keenan, Charlie Bonner, Neilí Conroy

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