48 Angels
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Plot
Seamus is a 9 year old boy who has been diagnosed with a serious illness. In search of a miracle, he sets off to find God before God comes for him. Inspired by Saint ColumcilleColumba
Saint Columba —also known as Colum Cille , Colm Cille , Calum Cille and Kolban or Kolbjørn —was a Gaelic Irish missionary monk who propagated Christianity among the Picts during the Early Medieval Period...
and his journey to the island of Iona
Iona
Iona is a small island in the Inner Hebrides off the western coast of Scotland. It was a centre of Irish monasticism for four centuries and is today renowned for its tranquility and natural beauty. It is a popular tourist destination and a place for retreats...
, Seamus sets out in a small boat without oars or sail. On his quest he encounters James (John Travers
John Travers (actor)
John Travers is an actor from Belfast, Northern Ireland.He was best known from his role in the Song for a Raggy Boy and 48 Angels. His role as Liam Mercier in Song for a Raggy Boy is probably the most notable achievement so far...
) and Darry (Shane Brolly
Shane Brolly
Shane R Brolly is an Northern Irish actor, most known for his role as Kraven in Underworld.- Biography :Brolly was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and comes from a family of Irish actors, although he's done most of his film work in the US.He has a brother Clark, and a sister Kathy. He started...
). Despite initial conflict, the trio decide to stay together and enter upon a journey that results in the healing of hearts and minds.