The Forgotten Irish
Snapshot of first-generation Irishmen living in Digbeth and Highgate, followed by a discussion.
Along with car yards, arches and art spaces Digbeth is not short of pubs, most with regulars who can still remember when the area was a hive of industry. Many came to Birmingham from Ireland in the 50s and 60s, drawn by the building boom, but in exchange for work they often sacrificed a sense of belonging.
This Irish documentary interviews a number of migrants who never returned home. Some of it is heart-breaking stuff, but it also does an excellent job of illuminating the issue and breaking down well-worn stereotypes. The screening will be followed by a discussion involving James Moran, writer of Irish Birmingham, and hosted by Nicky Getgood (digbeth.org).
Dir: Maurice Sweeney
Running Time: 50 mins
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