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Director
Ruán Magan
Credits
Producers: Kathriona Devereux, Maeve Kenny.
Cinematographers:Colm Hogan, Brian O'Carroll.
Principal Cast
Cormac Begley, Morgan Bullock, Jean Butler
Category
DocumentaryMusic
Steps of Freedom, a spectacular performance-based documentary, follows the evolution of Irish dance from humble origins to present-day global phenomenon which sees weekly Irish dance classes held in more than 60 countries around the globe, millions attending theatre shows and more watching programmes on TV. This broad-ranging documentary features striking performances from the finest dancers of their generation, rare archive film, and stunning contemporary footage from Ireland, Britain and the USA. It explores how the cadences and styles of Irish dance were affected by a range of historical influences – both Irish and international and references an eclectic line up of expected and unexpected characters including Jean Butler, Michael Flatley, Beyoncé, Missy Elliot, Gene Kelly, James Cagney, Shirley Temple, and Queen Elizabeth. With original music composed by Colm Mac Con Iomaire and a cinematic sensibility, Steps of Freedom captures the raw energy and vitality of a live show.
80 minutes, Ireland, 2022, Colour
BALTIMORE 15.50, 20.45
PERFECT DAYS 13.25, 18.15
RYUICHI SAKAMOTO | OPUS 13.00, 20.40
THE DELINQUENTS 17.10
THE LAVENDER HILL MOB 15.15
THE ORIGIN OF EVIL 13.10, 18.00
THE ZONE OF INTEREST 16.00, 20.50
WILD STRAWBERRIES: THE OLD OAK 11.00
The IFI is supported by The Arts Council