The representation of Northern Ireland on film, currently in focus again with the release of ’71, has gone through a series of transformations; from a tragic, abject province devoid of hope during The Troubles to more affirmative images during the peace process.

Lately the emphasis has been on marketing Northern Ireland to major global media corporations as an attractive film location. While attempts at image transformation and economic regeneration are welcome, in this illustrated talk Dr. Stephen Baker (University of Ulster) asks what does this mean for politically and culturally engaged cinema that might illuminate, investigate and question Northern Ireland’s new dispensation.

Tickets €5 (inc tea and coffee).