Ordinary Things (2001)

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A short documentary about everyday objects, the people who used them, and the beauty of that use. From the video description: "An encounter with the past. The introductory film for visitors to the National Museum of Ireland (NMI) - Country Life. It tells a story about Irish traditional folk life, the self-sufficiency and community spirit by which people's lives were played out against a challenging physical environment. That environment quite often dictated the materials, crafts and traditions by which lives were lived. The museum's collection of 'ordinary things', on display in Turlough Park, illustrate these stories." Written and narrated by Irish writer and broadcaster Theo Dorgan. Made in association with the NMI — Country Life. Available online on the Youtube channel of the NMI — Country Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCYrq8yWSSQ

Director: Sé Merry Doyle
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 17 min
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Screenplay

Production: Loopline Film
Country: Ireland
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

ireland, community spirit, calm, reflective, traditional culture, self-sufficiency, sincere

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ordinary Things about?
A short documentary about everyday objects, the people who used them, and the beauty of that use. From the video description: "An encounter with the past. The introductory film for visitors to the National Museum of Ireland (NMI) - Country Life. It tells a story about Irish traditional folk life, the self-sufficiency and community spirit by which people's lives were played out against a challenging physical environment. That environment quite often dictated the materials, crafts and traditions by which lives were lived. The museum's collection of 'ordinary things', on display in Turlough Park, illustrate these stories." Written and narrated by Irish writer and broadcaster Theo Dorgan. Made in association with the NMI — Country Life. Available online on the Youtube channel of the NMI — Country Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCYrq8yWSSQ
Who directed Ordinary Things?
Ordinary Things was directed by Sé Merry Doyle.
Who stars in Ordinary Things?
Ordinary Things stars Theo Dorgan.
How long is Ordinary Things?
Ordinary Things has a runtime of 17m (17 minutes).
What genre is Ordinary Things?
Ordinary Things is a Documentary film.
Where was Ordinary Things produced?
Ordinary Things was produced in Ireland.