Who is Bicycle Courier in Guests of a Nation?

Shelah Richards plays Bicycle Courier in the film.

What is Guests of a Nation about?

Based on Frank O'Connor's breathtaking short story, Guests of a Nation takes place during the Irish War for Independence, a bloody struggle that set Irish freedom fighters against the British military. The story revolves around two young Irish soldiers, passionate Bonaparte and naive Noble, who are tasked with guarding British captives Belcher and Hawkins. Though their countries are at war, inside their secluded farmhouse the four men form an unlikely friendship over religious debates and late night card games. However, when the time comes for the British soldiers to face punishment for their actions, the Irishmen are torn between loyalty to their country and mercy towards their friends.

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Who directed Guests of a Nation?: Denis Johnston

Who is Bicycle Courier in Guests of a Nation?: Shelah Richards plays Bicycle Courier in the film.

What is Guests of a Nation about?: Based on Frank O'Connor's breathtaking short story, Guests of a Nation takes place during the Irish War for Independence, a bloody struggle that set Irish freedom fighters against the British military. The story revolves around two young Irish soldiers, passionate Bonaparte and naive Noble, who are tasked with guarding British captives Belcher and Hawkins. Though their countries are at war, inside their secluded farmhouse the four men form an unlikely friendship over religious debates and late night card games. However, when the time comes for the British soldiers to face punishment for their actions, the Irishmen are torn between loyalty to their country and mercy towards their friends.