Movie Description
Man of Aran
(1934)Overview
A documentary on the life of the people of the Aran Islands, who were believed to contain the essence of the ancient Irish life, represented by a pure uncorrupted peasant existence centred around the struggle between man and his hostile but magnificent surroundings. A blend of documentary and fictional narrative, the film captures the everyday trials of life on Ireland's unforgiving Aran Islands.
Featured Crew
- Director : Robert Flaherty
- Producer : Michael Balcon
- Writer : Robert Flaherty
- Editor : John Monck
- Cast : Colman 'Tiger' King,Maggie Dirrane,Michael Dirrane,Pat Mullin of Aran,Patch 'Red Beard' Ruadh,Patcheen Faherty,Tommy O'Rourke,Stephen Dirrane,Pat McDonough
Cast
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Their Son
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Facts
Original TitleMan of Aran
Status Released
Release Information
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1934-05-06
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 01h 16m
Production CompaniesGainsborough Pictures
Genres
- Documentary
- Drama
