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Director
Alex Fegan
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Producer:Garry Walsh
Category
Documentary
Featuring 30 men and women, all born before 1916, Older than Ireland is something of a landmark documentary that explores what it means to have lived 100 years, and more, in Ireland. Director Alex Fegan, who recently took the measure of The Irish Pub, brings to these centenarian interviews a relaxed, conversational style, which is quickly becoming his trademark. Clearly winning the trust of his subjects, he draws candid reminiscences and humorous reflections on all manner of topics from politics (one interviewee is the only living man to have met both Collins and De Valera) to relationships, marriage and the loss of loved ones. Although Fegan has been blessed with all of his interviewees, special mention is reserved for Drimnagh resident (and Superkings enthusiast) Bessie Nolan (103; pictured) whose frank commentary is especially memorable. Notes by David O’Mahony Awards Director's Choice Award, Boston Irish Film Festival, 2016 Best New Irish Documentary, Galway Film Fleadh, 2015
81 minutes, Ireland, 2015, Colour
EAFFI DISCOVERIES: THE BREAKING ICE + Q&A 18.10
HEART OF AN OAK 13:00, 20:45
KINDS OF KINDNESS 14:55
SLEEP 16:15, 18:30 (OC)
THAT THEY MAY FACE THE RISING SUN 20:50
THE COMMANDANT’S SHADOW
THE CONVERSATION 50TH ANNIVERSARY 4K RESTORATION 15:40
THE SPARROW 20:50
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