FILM

EXCALIBUR, RTE2, FRIDAY 11.25PM

Filmed in Wicklow, Kerry and Tipperary, John Boorman’s hypnotic 1981 retelling of the legend of King Arthur is a visual treat whose blend of action, romance and fantasy will appeal to many.

It stars Nigel Terry, Cherie Lunghi and Helen Mirren and it helped launch the careers of Gabriel Byrne, Ciaran Hinds and Liam Neeson.