Children at Work (1973)

Children at Work (1973) poster

Children learn through play in Irish Montessori schools in the 1970s, accompanied by voiceover explaining the Montessori method and jaunty jazz flute. The three schools featured in Páistí ag Obair are Tigh na nÓg, Blessington; St Kieran’s School, Bray; and The Children’s House, Stilllorgan. Oscar Nominee: Best Documentary Short, 1974

Director: Louis Marcus
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 10 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Robert Monks
Production: Gael Linn
Country: Ireland
Language: English, Gaeilge
Original Language: ga

Themes

Education Crisis and Future of Youth

Keywords

education, school

More Films by Director: Louis Marcus
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Children at Work about?
Children learn through play in Irish Montessori schools in the 1970s, accompanied by voiceover explaining the Montessori method and jaunty jazz flute. The three schools featured in Páistí ag Obair are Tigh na nÓg, Blessington; St Kieran’s School, Bray; and The Children’s House, Stilllorgan. Oscar Nominee: Best Documentary Short, 1974
Who directed Children at Work?
Children at Work was directed by Louis Marcus.
Who stars in Children at Work?
Children at Work stars Annraoi Ó Liatháin.
How long is Children at Work?
Children at Work has a runtime of 10m (10 minutes).
What genre is Children at Work?
Children at Work is a Documentary film.
Where was Children at Work produced?
Children at Work was produced in Ireland.
What are the themes of Children at Work?
The themes of Children at Work include: Education Crisis and Future of Youth.