Six Shooter (2004)

Kernel Score: 79% · 276 ratings

Genres: Drama, Comedy, Crime

Released: 2004-10-14

Runtime: 27 minutes

Overview

Overwhelmed by grief following the death of his wife, Donnelly shares a train carriage home with a troubled young man identified only as the 'Kid'. As the Kid becomes more agitated and foul-mouthed, the journey takes on a violent and dangerous hue – for the bereaved Donnelly and for other hapless passengers on the train. Academy Award Winner: Best Live Action Short Film – 2005

Six Shooter parents' guide: ages 13+

Parents need to know that this short film depicts a grief-stricken man on a train encountering a foul-mouthed, violent young passenger.

  • Violence & scariness: Strong — The story builds to a violent, dangerous confrontation involving a gun on a train.
  • Language: Strong — A character is described as agitated and consistently foul-mouthed throughout.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Director

Martin McDonagh

Cast

  • Brendan Gleeson as Donnelly
  • Rúaidhrí Conroy as Kid
  • David Wilmot as Man
  • Aisling O'Sullivan as Woman
  • Gary Lydon as Chief Guard
  • Domhnall Gleeson as Cashier
  • David Murray as Doctor
  • Tadgh Conroy as Young Kid
  • David Pearse as Short Man
  • Ann McFarlane as Donnelly's Wife

Six Shooter FAQ

Is Six Shooter good?

Six Shooter has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 276 audience ratings.

Is Six Shooter OK for kids?

Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that this short film depicts a grief-stricken man on a train encountering a foul-mouthed, violent young passenger.

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