Poitín ( 1978 ) Presented by Anfield People's Cinema

Poitín (1978)

Director - Bob Quinn

A chance to see the first feature film produced in the Irish language, Poitín tells the story of moonshiner Michil (Cyril Cusack), who lives the quiet life with his daughter tending to his stills on his remote farm in Connemara. He relies on two ne'er-do-wells to get the black market drams to the people, but following a brush with the law, they plan to double-cross him.

But Michil has more than a few dark tricks up his sleeve.

Bob Quinn, who had previously made documentaries and experimental films, wanted to make a film that reflected the reality and diversity of Irish life, especially in rural areas where English was not the dominant language. He also wanted to challenge the stereotypes and clichés that often portrayed Irish people as either romanticised rebels or oppressed victims.

Friday 27th March

Doors - 6:30pm

Film Start - 7:00pm

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