Red Union Films

24/07/2026

22/07/2026

20/07/2026

Barry Ward and Lorne MacFadyen share a tender reunion in this exclusive On the Sea clip 🥺🌊💕

https://www.gaytimes.com/barry-ward-and-lorne-macfadyen-share-a-tender-reunion-in-exclusive-on-the-sea-clip/

16/07/2026

⚓ "Frank, sensitive and shot through with genuine feeling" - Screen Daily

ON THE SEA screens at the IFI from Friday 24th.

🎟️ Book Now | https://ifi.ie/film/on-the-sea/
📆 Opens Fri 24th

A profound and moving exploration of masculinity and desire in a remote yet savagely beautiful fishing community.

14/07/2026

13/07/2026

ON THE SEA (UK, 2025)
𝙒𝙖𝙩𝙘𝙝 𝙢𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙚: https://t.co/jeLITMNpoi
Written and directed by Helen Walsh, On the Sea is a quiet yet emotionally resonant British drama that explores grief, memory, and the fragile bonds that connect people through loss and redemption. Set against the vast, windswept coastline, the film uses the sea as both a physical landscape and a powerful metaphor for healing and emotional isolation.

Barry Ward delivers a deeply affecting performance, supported by a strong ensemble cast including Lorne MacFadyen, Liz White, Henry Lawfull, Celyn Jones, and Danny Webb. Their nuanced performances bring authenticity to a story driven by human emotion rather than dramatic spectacle.

Helen Walsh's direction is restrained and thoughtful, allowing the characters and their relationships to unfold naturally. The beautiful coastal cinematography creates a contemplative atmosphere, while the measured pacing invites viewers to reflect on themes of forgiveness, family, and the courage to confront the past.

Rather than relying on conventional dramatic twists, On the Sea finds its strength in subtle storytelling and emotional honesty. It is a moving character-driven drama that lingers long after the credits roll, offering a poignant reminder that even after life's greatest storms, hope and healing can still be found.

27/06/2026

"I don't want to be too disparaging about small communities, but I think it would be a bit naive to say that there aren't difficulties for people who want to go against the grain."

Ahead of its UK release, On the Sea stars Barry Ward and Lorne Macfayden talk to Gay Times about bringing rural q***r life to the big screen 🌊🏳️‍🌈

https://www.gaytimes.com/on-the-sea-barry-ward-lorne-macfayden-interview/

25/06/2026

On-off screening of On The Sea in Lille tomorrow for Pride Month!

On Friday, June 26 at 8 p.m., the Méliès will screen Helen Walsh’s film Face à la Mer, in partnership with the city, as part of Pride Month. Free.

24/06/2026

EXCLUSIVE: Rugged romance On The Sea finds two salty fisherman falling in love & facing the elements

24/06/2026

‘On The Sea’: Helen Walsh’s love story coming to cinemas in July