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Director
Éamon Little
Principal Cast
Patrick Lydon, Gladys Kinghorn
Category
Documentary
In a small wooden house in County Kilkenny, Patrick Lydon’s life is ebbing away. Throughout his final year he reflects on an extraordinary life that took him from a budding career in rock journalism in America to trailblazing in Ireland with his wife, Gladys, the development of the radically inclusive Camphill Movement, sharing life in community with people of diverse needs, abilities, and backgrounds. Patrick’s story calls forth the story of Camphill itself and articulates an approach to life that struggles for survival in today’s consumerist climate. At a time when the world is in need of inspiration, Patrick and Gladys’ story is just the ticket. Through family involvement with Camphill, director Éamon Little (co-writer of That They May Face the Rising Sun) was a long-time friend of Patrick’s. Given intimate access, this tender, provocative love story celebrates community, disability, inclusion and otherness. Awards: + Best Irish Documentary, Dublin Film Critics' Circle, Dublin International Film Festival 2025
95 minutes, Ireland, 2025, Colour
A NEW HOLLYWOOD SEASON: MOMMIE DEAREST 14.30
BACKROOMS 14.00
BOOGIE NIGHTS (4K RESTORATION) 20.00
CACTUS PEARS 11.20, 20.50
DISCLOSURE DAY (70mm) 11.30, 17.20, 20.25
NINO 13.30, 18.40
OBSESSION 16.20
STRICTLY BALLROOM (4K RESTORATION) 15.40, 17.50
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