Need the movie title a film in Ireland were a man stole a mermaids leather suit?

Question

Family has to abandon an island because of storm and a child in a small boat is lost. Eventually move back to island.

Answer 1

I think the previous two responders may be right.

But I JUST saw a Hallmark movie called "Seventh Stream" which has a very similar plot synopsis, with John Glen and Saffron Burrows. I'm half wondering if this is the the one you're thinking of.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0299134/

Here's text from a review of the film - you might the the resemblance between the two flick mentioned on this answer:

"At first, I thought this film was going to be a shameless copy of "The Secret of Roan Inish" but I'm glad I rode out the first few minutes of doubt. "The Seventh Stream" takes a different turn and becomes a satisfying little film in its own right. Particularly effective are the performances: Scott Glenn (who's getting to resemble John Hurt in his mature years) is moving as the lonely and dour widower Quinn, and Saffron Burrows is excellent as the selkie Mairead. Ms. Burrows is perfect for the role -- she's tall, stunning and has an unearthly quality about her that serves very well. Fiona Shaw, as always, is excellent as the unrequited admirer of Quinn.
The film is also worth watching for the gorgeous west of Ireland scenery. The brooding and starkly beautiful landscape, accompanied by the understated musical score, create a distinctly Celtic mood. "

Here's the synopsis from http://radio.msn.com/movies/movie.aspx?m=145852&mp=syn
complete with stolen skin:
John Gray wrote and directed this 2001 television production set in a fishing village on the west coast of Ireland in 1909. The 100-minute film gives Irish folklore a new character type, a seal that becomes a lovely human enchantress. The strange metamorphosis takes place after nine days of high tide create a mysterious "seventh stream," allowing the seal to go ashore and step out of her skin. From the outset, it seems clear that the sea-born beauty (Saffron Burrows) is meant for Owen Quinn (Scott Glenn), a fisherman who continues to lament the death of his wife five years after he buried her. However, villainous Thomas Dunhill (John Lynch) steals the sealskin and hides it. According to folk tales handed down over generations, whoever possesses the skin of a seal woman becomes her master. In addition, he reaps the benefits of the good luck she brings--in whopping catches of fish. Dunhill's father (Joseph Kelly), a wise old blind man, knows all about the myth of seal women. He also knows his son is a scoundrel. One day, he moves the sealskin to Quinn's property. Soon thereafter, the woman shows up at Quinn's doorstep, and he names her Mairead and falls in love with her--and she with him. But there are complications. Mrs. Gourdon ({Fiona Shaw) a local shopkeeper, has set her cap for Quinn. Also, Thomas Dunhill has been murdered, and Quinn is a suspect. Finally, according to myth, Mairead must eventually reclaim her skin and return to the sea--or die. ~ Mike Cummings, All Movie Guide

Answer 2

Most likely you are thinking of Secret of Roan Innish.. but it's not a mermaid's skin he takes .. it's a Selkie.. (seal woman)


the only clip I can find is one that might be considered a violation.. so, guess no clip this time..

Answer 3

THE SECRET OF ROAN INISH

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0111112/


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Answer 4

It sounds like "the Secret of Roan Inish".

Answer 5

the movie with the seals!! I loved this movie I saw it in highschool!! I believe it was called the Secret of roan inish....