School headmaster Kevin McArevey tries to change the fortunes of an inner-city Irish community plagued by urban decay, sectarian aggression, poverty and drugs.
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- 9 wins & 7 nominations.
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Kevin McArevey | ... |
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Jan-Marie Reel | ... |
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Directed by
| Declan McGrath | ||
| Neasa Ní Chianáin | ||
Written by
| Etienne Essery | ... | () |
| Declan McGrath | ... | () |
| Neasa Ní Chianáin | ... | () |
Produced by
| Justin Binding | ... | executive producer |
| Jackie Doyle | ... | co-producer |
| Mohamed Elmongy | ... | co-producer |
| Hannah Kelly | ... | assistant producer |
| Declan McGrath | ... | co-producer |
| Céline Nusse | ... | co-producer |
| Hanne Phlypo | ... | co-producer |
| David Rane | ... | producer |
Music by
| David Poltrock | ||
Cinematography by
| Neasa Ní Chianáin | ||
Editing by
| Philippe Ravoet | ||
Editorial Department
| Mark Carroll | ... | post-production coordinator |
| Warren Dowling | ... | on-line editor |
| Jack Martin | ... | assistant editor |
| Donal O'Kane | ... | colorist |
Production Management
| Antoine Vermeesch | ... | post-production manager |
Sound Department
| Frédéric Hamelin | ... | dialogue editor / re-recording mixer |
| Reto Stamm | ... | sound designer / sound effects editor |
Additional Crew
| Evelien De Graef | ... | production assistant |
| Louise Fullam | ... | production coordinator |
| Jet Koomen | ... | production assistant |
| Oisín O'Neill | ... | production lawyer |
Production Companies
- Soilsu Films (produced by)
- Clin d'oeil Films (co-production)
- Aisling Productions
- Zadig Productions
Distributors
- Emma Sargent - Antidote Films (2021) (Australia) (Antidote Films)
- Soilsu Films (2023) (United States) (theatrical)
- Passion River Films (2022) (United States) (video) (Digital) (VOD)
- Soilsu Films (2021) (United Kingdom)
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Other Companies
- Freeway CAM B.V. (collection account management)
Storyline
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An observational documentary set in post-conflict Belfast's Ardoyne, where a marginalized, 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 illustrating 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 encourages young boys to question the mythologies of war and of violence, and sometimes challenge the narratives their parents, peers and socio-economic group would dictate. |
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| Taglines | Dare to Think for Yourself See more » |
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