IRISH DOCUMENTARIES 1

Thurs 9 July | 11:45 | Town Hall Theatre | 92′

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Join us for a selection of bite-sized non-fiction films that challenge perspectives and celebrate the human spirit. From personal stories to global concerns, these films offer a glimpse into the diverse realities of our world.
Films in our programme can include mature themes/adult content. Viewer discretion is advised.

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A Vinyl Goodbye

Grammy winning record producer PJ Curtis reflects on a life in music as he prepares to donate his lifelong vinyl collection.
Director: Garret Daly
Producers: Martina McGlynn, Garret Daly

I Didn’t Want to be Here

An intimate portrait of a Belfast women’s group crafting a stage production of their own lives. Amid moments of humour in rehearsals, they gradually reveal a shared past marked by trauma, addiction, and encounters with the justice system.
Director: Fionnuala McCormack
Producer: Rosie McNally

Bowling Roads

It is only played in this small corner of Ireland, but here, it is King. Hannah wants nothing more than to be its Queen.
Director/Producer: Laura Mahler

Something in the Air

A film exploring the life and work of Raychel Sanner, a storm chaser, environmental advocate, and transgender person living in Oklahoma, USA.
Director/Producer: Niamh Barry

Queen Lizzy

A raw and honest insight into the life of Traveller Elizabeth Connors and her relationship with her family, who cannot come to terms with her sexuality.
Director: David McDonagh
Producer: Keith Bogue

Seeding the Future

A film asking the question: “How might future generations look back on our response to the ecological crisis of our time?”
Director: Dónal Ó Céilleachair
Producers: Caroline Wythe, Davie Philip, Peter Doran, Kevin Murphy

Walk With Lelia and Friends

At the age of 91, anti-war activist Lelia Doolan walked from Shannon Airport to the Dáil in protest against the US Military.
Directors: Various
Producer: Emma O’Grady