John Travers (actor)
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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 (lead boy) in Song for a Raggy Boy
is probably the most notable achievement so far. This role had won the audience award at Normandy
film festival specialising in the best British and Irish recent releases as well as other 17 awards along the way.
In 2007, he starred with Mischa Barton
in one of world drama movie, Closing the Ring
. His recent role as Young Michel Quinlan (Pete Postlethwaite
in older version) in Closing the Ring
had brought this young man from Belfast (his hometown) to international eyes.
In 2008, John was in Peacefire. In the movie which was directed by Macdara Vallely, John took the lead role for the first time.
Belfast
Belfast is the capital of and largest city in Northern Ireland. By population, it is the 14th biggest city in the United Kingdom and second biggest on the island of Ireland . It is the seat of the devolved government and legislative Northern Ireland Assembly...
, Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland is one of the four countries of the United Kingdom. Situated in the north-east of the island of Ireland, it shares a border with the Republic of Ireland to the south and west...
.
He was best known from his role in the Song for a Raggy Boy
Song For a Raggy Boy
Song For a Raggy Boy is a 2003 film directed by Aisling Walsh. It is based on the book of the same name by Patrick Galvin and is based on true events.-Plot:...
and 48 Angels
48 Angels
-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 Columcille and his journey to the island of Iona, Seamus sets out in a small boat without oars or sail. On his quest he...
. His role as Liam Mercier (lead boy) in Song for a Raggy Boy
Song For a Raggy Boy
Song For a Raggy Boy is a 2003 film directed by Aisling Walsh. It is based on the book of the same name by Patrick Galvin and is based on true events.-Plot:...
is probably the most notable achievement so far. This role had won the audience award at Normandy
Normandy
Normandy is a geographical region corresponding to the former Duchy of Normandy. It is in France.The continental territory covers 30,627 km² and forms the preponderant part of Normandy and roughly 5% of the territory of France. It is divided for administrative purposes into two régions:...
film festival specialising in the best British and Irish recent releases as well as other 17 awards along the way.
In 2007, he starred with Mischa Barton
Mischa Barton
Mischa Anne Marsden Barton is a British-American fashion model, film, television, and stage actress, best known for her role as Marissa Cooper in the American television series The O.C..-Early life:...
in one of world drama movie, Closing the Ring
Closing the Ring
Closing the Ring is a film directed by Richard Attenborough and starring Shirley MacLaine, Christopher Plummer, Mischa Barton, Stephen Amell, Neve Campbell, Pete Postlethwaite, and Brenda Fricker....
. His recent role as Young Michel Quinlan (Pete Postlethwaite
Pete Postlethwaite
Peter William "Pete" Postlethwaite, OBE, was an English stage, film and television actor.After minor television appearances including in The Professionals, Postlethwaite's first success came with the film Distant Voices, Still Lives in 1988. He played a mysterious lawyer, Mr...
in older version) in Closing the Ring
Closing the Ring
Closing the Ring is a film directed by Richard Attenborough and starring Shirley MacLaine, Christopher Plummer, Mischa Barton, Stephen Amell, Neve Campbell, Pete Postlethwaite, and Brenda Fricker....
had brought this young man from Belfast (his hometown) to international eyes.
In 2008, John was in Peacefire. In the movie which was directed by Macdara Vallely, John took the lead role for the first time.
Filmography
- Song for a Raggy BoySong For a Raggy BoySong For a Raggy Boy is a 2003 film directed by Aisling Walsh. It is based on the book of the same name by Patrick Galvin and is based on true events.-Plot:...
(2003) as Liam Mercier 636 - Man About DogMan About DogMan About Dog is a 2004 Irish comedy film starring Allen Leech, Ciaran Nolan and Tom Murphy. The film was distributed by Redbus Film Distribution and directed by Paddy Breathnach.- Plot :...
(2004) as Kid Leader - The Mighty CeltThe Mighty CeltThe Mighty Celt is a 2005 drama film set in Northern Ireland, written and directed by Pearse Elliott. It stars Gillian Anderson, Robert Carlyle, Sean McGinley, Ken Stott and Tyrone McKenna. It is centred around greyhound racing in a Catholic community after the intercommunal "Troubles" have ended...
(2005) as Spacer - 48 Angels48 Angels-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 Columcille and his journey to the island of Iona, Seamus sets out in a small boat without oars or sail. On his quest he...
(2006) as James McCane - WildernessWilderness (film)Wilderness is a 2006 British/Irish horror film.- Plot summary :After the suicide of one of the inmates at a British young offender institution, a group of teenage offenders, along with a prison officer, are sent to a remote island, formerly used as a British Army training area, but now serving as a...
(2006) as Davie - Closing the RingClosing the RingClosing the Ring is a film directed by Richard Attenborough and starring Shirley MacLaine, Christopher Plummer, Mischa Barton, Stephen Amell, Neve Campbell, Pete Postlethwaite, and Brenda Fricker....
(2007) as Young Quinlan - PeacefirePeacefirePeacefire is a U.S.-based website, with a registered address in Bellevue, Washington, dedicated to "preserving First Amendment rights for Internet users, particularly those younger than 18". It was founded in August 1996 by Bennett Haselton, who still runs it...
(2008) as Colin McNally - Good VibrationsGood Vibrations"Good Vibrations" is a song by American rock band The Beach Boys. Composed and produced by Brian Wilson, the song's lyrics were written by Wilson and Mike Love....
(2011) as --unknown--