In 1968, Mick Meaney, a Tipperary barman employed by Butty Sugrue (who brought Mohammed Ali to Dublin), was buried six foot under the London soil in a wooden coffin. Hundreds came to see his burial as he aimed to stay underground for 61 days to beat the world record. A delightful yarn told through terrific British and Irish film and TV footage, animation, and the recollections of Mick’s daughter Mary.

Followed by a Q&A with Daire Collins, James O’Brien Moran, and Mary Meaney hosted by Sunniva O’Flynn.

Notes by Sunniva O’Flynn.

Screening as part of the IFI Documentary Festival 2025.