5 x 9 minute documentaries (plus 1 x 3 minute intro film)

plus extended interviews and Documentary Photography

Commissioned by Counterpoint Arts / Funded by The Atlantic Philanthropies for The Immigrant Council of Ireland.

In the last 20 years Ireland has gone from a country with virtually no immigration to a nation where an estimated 15% of the population now originate from another country.

This series of short films made for The Immigrant Council of Ireland, a leading NGO in Ireland highlight some of the key issues that recent migrants have faced. Stories of abusive relationships, living without legal status, family separation, people trafficking and everyday racism give a glimpse into the reality of many migrants’ lives. But behind each of these stories are also very universal emotions and aspirations. Making a livelihood, falling in love, having children, starting over;  anguish, hope, love and courage.

Each film is narrated by the individual/s it features and depicts their everyday life in the country they now call home.

Awarded ‘Special Human Rights Jury Prize for Film’ from Irish Council for Civil Liberties