Portrait of Dublin (1952)

This short film was made by filmmaker (later archivist) Liam Ó Laoghaire (aka Liam O’Leary) and was commissioned by the Cultural Relations Committee of the Irish Department of External Affairs. The film was designed to promote the city of Dublin to its inhabitants and to potential visitors from abroad. Brendan J. Stafford’s crisp black and white cinematography serves the city’s elegant architecture well while the narrator tells of the city’s cultural, literary and architectural history and its many venerable inhabitants. The elegant Georgian squares, the bustling markets, the tranquil parks and the sparkling nightlife present a city that is vibrant, cultured and steeped in history.

Director: Liam Ó Laoghaire
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 17 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Margaret O'Leary
Editing: Liam Ó Laoghaire
Production: Irish Film Productions
Country: Ireland
Language: English, Gaeilge
Original Language: en

Keywords

travelogue, irish culture

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Portrait of Dublin about?
This short film was made by filmmaker (later archivist) Liam Ó Laoghaire (aka Liam O’Leary) and was commissioned by the Cultural Relations Committee of the Irish Department of External Affairs. The film was designed to promote the city of Dublin to its inhabitants and to potential visitors from abroad. Brendan J. Stafford’s crisp black and white cinematography serves the city’s elegant architecture well while the narrator tells of the city’s cultural, literary and architectural history and its many venerable inhabitants. The elegant Georgian squares, the bustling markets, the tranquil parks and the sparkling nightlife present a city that is vibrant, cultured and steeped in history.
Who directed Portrait of Dublin?
Portrait of Dublin was directed by Liam Ó Laoghaire.
Who stars in Portrait of Dublin?
Portrait of Dublin stars John Jordan.
How long is Portrait of Dublin?
Portrait of Dublin has a runtime of 17m (17 minutes).
What genre is Portrait of Dublin?
Portrait of Dublin is a Documentary film.
Where was Portrait of Dublin produced?
Portrait of Dublin was produced in Ireland.