I Am Ireland (1959)
Inspired by Patrick Pearse’s poem Mise Éire (“I Am Ireland”), this documentary assembles archival footage from across Europe to trace the rise of Irish nationalism from the 1890s through the 1916 Easter Rising. Directed by George Morrison, the film chronicles key figures and events of the independence movement, with Irish-language narration and a score by Seán Ó Riada.
Director: George Morrison
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 88 min
Release Date: September 1, 1959
Cast
- Liam Budhlaeir - Narrator
- Padraig O'Raghallaigh - Narrator
Screenplay
Music: Sean O'Riada
Country: Ireland
Language: Gaeilge
Original Language: ga
Keywords
dublin, ireland, ireland, irish easter rebellion (1916), newsreel footage
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is I Am Ireland about?
- Inspired by Patrick Pearse’s poem Mise Éire (“I Am Ireland”), this documentary assembles archival footage from across Europe to trace the rise of Irish nationalism from the 1890s through the 1916 Easter Rising. Directed by George Morrison, the film chronicles key figures and events of the independence movement, with Irish-language narration and a score by Seán Ó Riada.
- Who directed I Am Ireland?
- I Am Ireland was directed by George Morrison.
- Who stars in I Am Ireland?
- I Am Ireland stars Liam Budhlaeir, Padraig O'Raghallaigh.
- How long is I Am Ireland?
- I Am Ireland has a runtime of 1h 28m (88 minutes).
- What genre is I Am Ireland?
- I Am Ireland is a Documentary, History film.
- Where was I Am Ireland produced?
- I Am Ireland was produced in Ireland.