description Once Overview
Once is a 2007 Irish romantic musical drama directed by John Carney. The story centers on two Dublin musicians, Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, who meet and develop a connection through their shared passion for music. The film features original songs composed and performed by the actors, previously known as the Swell Season.
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info Once Specifications
| Country | Ireland |
| Year | 2007 |
help Once FAQ
Are Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova really singing in Once?
Yes, Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova perform the music themselves in the 2007 John Carney film. Their song "Falling Slowly" became the film's best-known track and won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2008.
Where in Dublin does Once take place?
Once follows a busker and a Czech immigrant musician around everyday Dublin locations rather than glossy tourist landmarks. One famous scene has them performing "Falling Slowly" in a music shop near George's Street Arcade.
Is Once connected to the Broadway musical?
Yes, the stage musical Once is adapted from John Carney's film and uses songs by Hansard and Irglova. The Broadway version opened in 2012 and kept the central story of Guy and Girl making music together in Dublin.
Why is Once often called a tiny film that became huge?
Once was made on a very small budget compared with studio musicals, but it earned international attention through its music and intimate style. The film runs about 86 minutes and turned "Falling Slowly" into an Oscar-winning song.
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