American Premiere of the Documentary Feature Film "From That Small Island"

Join us for the American premiere of the documentary feature film, From That Small Island, narrated by Colin Farrell. The event will feature a screening of the film followed by a panel discussion with Jane Ohlmeyer (Trinity College Dublin), Kevin Kenny (New York University), Marion Casey (New York University), and the film's writer and producer Bríona Nic Dhiarmada (University of Notre Dame).

Narrated by Colin Farrell, From That Small Island traces 8,000 Years of Irish History.

From That Small Island, brings to life the extraordinary story of the Irish people, from the island's very first inhabitants to the global diaspora that now numbers over 80 million people. The series explores the questions: Who are the Irish? Where did they come from? Why does the world turn green every St. Patrick’s Day? Through rich storytelling, immersive visuals, and the latest scientific discoveries, the documentary paints an epic portrait of a people whose impact reaches far beyond these island shores. Shot on location in 17 countries worldwide, all across the island of Ireland and from Barbados to Belgium, Singapore to Switzerland, UAE to the United States, the film provides a compelling narrative of Ireland and the Irish. From That Small Island is more than a documentary, it’s a journey through time, identity, and the enduring spirit of a people whose story continues to shape the world.

From That Small Island - The Story of the Irish is a COCO Content production written and produced by Bríona Nic Dhiarmada and directed by Rachael Moriarty and Peter Murphy, with an original score from Irish composer Colm Mac Con Iomaire.

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