Extra date after short film sells out Mayo venue
The film stars renowned Irish playwright, novelist, actor and poet, Michael Harding.
The creators of the award-winning short film, , have added an extra Claremorris date to this month’s screenings after demand far exceeded supply at last week's event in the town.
The powerful short film enjoyed its Mayo premiere in Claremorris Town Hall on Thursday last but large numbers had to be turned away. A second screening will now take place in Claremorris Town Hall on Wednesday, May 14th, at 8pm. Doors will open at 7.30pm and those hoping to attend are advised to secure their tickets at www.townhall.ie or on 094-9310999.
explores themes of rural isolation, resilience, and the profound impact of losing one’s sense of security. The film was inspired by true events, including the well-documented Padraig Nally story in South Mayo. It was written and produced by Mayo’s Ruaidhrí Hallinan and Eamonn Keane, of Maglite Films, and has already enjoyed a hugely successful run at international film festivals, picking up multiple awards along its journey.
A spokesperson for Maglite Films apologised to those who had turned out in Claremorris but were unable to gain entry.
“When we arrived in the Town Hall on Thursday evening, we were delighted to hear that tickets were selling so well, but we had no idea just how many people would arrive. It was terrible to see people being turned away but the venue was at maximum capacity and there was nothing that could be done. Thankfully, we have been able to secure the venue for another screening and we would really encourage people to go online and purchase their tickets in advance,” they said.
In addition to the additional screening in Claremorris on May 14th, will also be shown at Robe Cinema in Ballinrobe Library on Thursday, May 15th and at Glencorrib Community Centre on Wednesday and Thursday, May 21st and 22nd. Tickets for the Ballinrobe and Glencorrib shows are available through Eventbrite. All events begin at 8pm, and will be followed by a Q&A session with the filmmakers, led by MC Cróna Esler, author of .
The film stars renowned Irish playwright, novelist, actor and poet, Michael Harding, in his first venture in a lead role on the silver screen. Harding plays alongside acclaimed Irish actress Ruth McCabe, and Cork actor Michael Patric.
is a compelling and introspective film that delves into the life of Michael (Michael Harding), an elderly man living alone on a rural farm in Ireland. Through the lens of Michael's journey, the film examines the fragility of the human psyche and the longing for a world turned upside down, to be made right once more.
will be the headline short for each of the Mayo screenings in May, while audiences will also get to enjoy two others. The first, , was written, directed and produced by Eamonn Keane. Filmed around Moorehall, it tells the story of a man who, fearing capture for sins of a rapacious past, comes face-to-face with his greatest transgression.
The final short, , was written and directed by Sonya O'Donoghue. Set in rural Ireland, it tells the story of 12-year-old Radha who lives a solitary life with her grandmother. After witnessing the tragic death of a local girl, they find themselves complicit in hiding the truth from the community that surrounds them.
