how location and language have set the scene for Ireland's vibrant film industry
- Written by Pat Collins, Associate Professor in Geography, University of Galway
From classic western films onwards, many cinematographers have made use of far flung places to transport viewers to other worlds and different times.
Stories inspired by the west of Ireland have benefited from the beautiful visage that its landscape provides. John Ford’s The Quiet Man (1952) showcased the rolling hills of Connemara as the mis...
