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2021 - 2021

The Commitments

16th May 2021

Episode 1

We explore the story behind Roddy Doyle’s book that brought Hollywood to town, and take a nostalgic journey around a film that still holds a key place in the hearts of Irish people 30 years after its release.

The Snapper

23rd May 2021

Episode 2

We look back at the film adaptation of The Snapper through the eyes of cast and crew including actress Tina Kellegher, writer Roddy Doyle, and director Stephen Frears. We discover the stories behind the memorable characters of Georgie Burgess and Sharon Curley and how they were brought to our screens.

The Van

30th May 2021

Episode 3

With contributions from Stephen Frears, Brendan O’Carroll, Neilí Conroy, and Ger Ryan, we learn the story behind The Van, meet locals who took part in the film, and relive the magical time of Italia '90.

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Colm Meaney•Roddy Doyle

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Kenny Mac Giolla Phádraig

Documentary Comedy

Colm Meaney presents a celebration of Roddy Doyle's trilogy about Dublin family the Rabbittes and the film adaptations of the books, The Commitments, The Snapper and The Van.

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Roddy Doyle

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Ronan Fox

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Darragh Byrne

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Kenny Mac Giolla Phádraig

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Sally Roden

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