Another Island: A Portrait of the Blasket Islands (1985)

An Blascaod Mór, Great Blasket Island, is an islet off the southwest coast of the Irish mainland. For years, a declining population and treacherous waters had made life there risky. In 1953, the Irish government evacuated the 22 remaining residents of An Blascaod Mór to the nearby village of Dún Chaoin. This documentary examines aspects of the island's history and literary legacy, and features interviews with former islanders.

Director: Muiris Mac Conghail
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 122 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Gerard Victory
Editing: Myles Merriman
Production: RTÉ
Country: Ireland
Language: English, Gaeilge
Original Language: en

Keywords

evacuation, ireland, deserted island, island life, remote village, irish life, evacuee community

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Another Island: A Portrait of the Blasket Islands about?
An Blascaod Mór, Great Blasket Island, is an islet off the southwest coast of the Irish mainland. For years, a declining population and treacherous waters had made life there risky. In 1953, the Irish government evacuated the 22 remaining residents of An Blascaod Mór to the nearby village of Dún Chaoin. This documentary examines aspects of the island's history and literary legacy, and features interviews with former islanders.
Who directed Another Island: A Portrait of the Blasket Islands?
Another Island: A Portrait of the Blasket Islands was directed by Muiris Mac Conghail.
Who stars in Another Island: A Portrait of the Blasket Islands?
Another Island: A Portrait of the Blasket Islands stars Kieron Moore.
How long is Another Island: A Portrait of the Blasket Islands?
Another Island: A Portrait of the Blasket Islands has a runtime of 2h 2m (122 minutes).
What genre is Another Island: A Portrait of the Blasket Islands?
Another Island: A Portrait of the Blasket Islands is a Documentary film.
Where was Another Island: A Portrait of the Blasket Islands produced?
Another Island: A Portrait of the Blasket Islands was produced in Ireland.