starts in3 days,
1 December, at 18:00
20 Travelling Docudays UA
Young Plato
director: Neasa Ní Chianáin, Declan McGrath
Belgium, France, UK, Ireland2022102’
In English with Ukrainian subtitles. Content warning: bullying.
In English with Ukrainian subtitles. Content warning: bullying.
An observational documentary set in post-conflict Belfast’s Ardoyne, where a marginalised, working class community has for generations been plagued by poverty, drugs and guns. This film charts the dream of headmaster Kevin McArevey and his dedicated, visionary team. It illustrates how critical thinking and pastoral care can empower and encourage children to see beyond the boundaries and limitations of their own community. We see how philosophy can encourage them to question the mythologies of war and of violence, and sometimes challenge the narratives their parents, peers and socio-economic group would dictate.
Director:
Neasa Ní Chianáin, Declan McGrath
Producer:
David Rane (producer), Hanne Phlypo, Jackie Doyle, Céline Nusse, Declan McGrath (co-producers)
Camera:
Neasa Ní Chianáin
Sound:
Frédéric Hamelin, Reto Stamm
Production:
Soilsiú Films in co-production with Clin d’oeil films, Zadig Productions & Aisling Productions
Distribution:
Autlook Filmsales
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