Song of Granite

Year: 2017
Country: Ireland, Canada
Director: Pat Collins
Cast: Michael O'Chonfhlaola, Macdara Ó Fátharta, Jaren Cerf
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 104 min.
Age: 12+

Acclaimed filmmaker Pat Collins brings the dramatic life story of legendary seannós singer Joe Heaney to the screen in Song of granite, an audacious exploration of the man and his music.

Acclaimed filmmaker Pat Collins brings the dramatic life story of legendary seannós singer Joe Heaney to the screen in Song of granite, an audacious exploration of the man and his music. With an approach that marries traditional narrative episodes with documentary footage, the film will celebrate the music Joe Heaney created while painting an unflinching portrait of Heaney, the man.

Awards & Festivals:

Galway Film Fleadh - Best Cinematography in an Irish Feature
Hamburg Film Festival - participation