Another Island: A Portrait of the Blasket Islands

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Released January 06, 1985

Overview

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.

Runtime

2h 2m


Origin Country

United States


Original Language

English


Original Title

Oileán Eile


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Ireland

Spoken Languages

  • English
  • Gaeilge (Irish)

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