Irish feature documentary 'Broken Song' - an unsentimental look at the lives of young people in Dublin's working-class suburbs - will screen at the Irish Film Institute tonight at 6.30 p.m, the first night of a week-long run to last until November 21st.
Directed by Claire Dix and produced by Nodlag Houlihan of Zucca Films, the documentary follows soul singer Willa Lee and rappers GI and Costello, artists attempting to carve a bright future from troubled pasts. GI and Costello operate a "hedge-school" for young, at-risk rappers in marginalized areas of Dublin, while Willa's future hangs on a judgement that could doom the bright career that his timeless, melodic voice might secure.
A first feature for Zucca Films, 'Broken Song' was filmed in Finglas and Ballymun as part of the Art Council's Reel Art scheme, premiering at the Jameson Dublin International Film Festival and picking up the Audience Award and the Dublin Critic's Circle Michael Dwyer 'Discovery' Award alike.
Further key crew on the film included Director of Photography Richard Kendrick alongside cinematographers Narayan Van Maele and Dom Pontillo, with Guy Montgomery editing.
Tonight's screening will be attended by cast and crew, followed by a Q&A session with director Claire Dix. To book tickets for any of the week's screenings, call the IFI booking office on 01 679 3477, or visit their website.
A trailer for 'Broken Song' is available to view below.
Broken Song Film Trailer from Zucca Films on Vimeo.
