GUGGI

2024 

 

Feature documentary about the life and work of contemporary abstract painter and sculptor, Guggi. With contributions by Jim Sheridan, Bono, Gavin Friday and many more.

 

Currently in production.

DRIVEN

2014

 

DRIVEN is a short film set in contemporary Ireland. It is the story of THOMAS a man in his 40s, whose apartment is going to be repossessed by the banks. Upon hearing this news from his bank manager, we go on a journey with Thomas as he spends his last night at home in his apartment, and eventually he decides to make a stand, against the banks and the government.

 

Starring PHELIM DREW, SUE COLLINS,

 

HONOURABLE MENTION – IFAB BERLIN

GHOST BLUES

2010

 

Feature documentary about the late lamented musician Rory Gallagher, it investigates the timeless qualities of the ‘gentleman’, his music and the unique approach of this authentic guitar hero. His contribution to rock music has had a significant impact on both musicians and music fans around the world, despite his untimely death at the age of 47.

 

RTE ARTS LIVES/SKY ARTS

LADIES & GENTLEMEN, MR. GAVING FRIDAY

2010 

 

1 hour documentary comissioned for the RTE Arts Lives series featuring interviews with former bandmates Guggi, Dik, Dave-id and Strongman, Bono and The Edge of U2, journalists Peter Murphy and John Kelly, film directors Jim Sheridan and Neil Jordan, as well as Gavin’s mother, the documentary tells the story of the man, his music and his enduring friendships and collaborations.

 

RTE ARTS LIVES

DARKROOM

2003 

 

1 hour documentary on the life and works of the Irish fine art photographer, Harry Thuillier Jnr, who died in mysterious circumstances in Milan, in 1997. 

 

Image: Shane McCarthy

 

Best Documentary: Boston Irish Film Festival

 

RTE Arts Lives/Sky Arts