WE ONLY WANT THE EARTH: The life and ideas of James Connolly

Money raised will be donated to Medical Aid for Palestinians

This documentary features contributions from leading historians, trade unionists, and activists. It also includes performances of songs and poems - spoken and sung by renowned artists such as Christy Moore, Stephen Rea, David Power, Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin, and Esosa Ighodaro, as well as Connolly’s great-great-granddaughter, Tamsin Iona Connolly Heron.

Directed by award-winning filmmaker Alan Gilsenan (Yellow Asylum Films), the documentary is based on Connolly’s own writings and was created to inspire and enlighten a contemporary audience.

It brings Connolly’s radical politics to life through a blend of powerful narration, historical commentary, and artistic performance - placing his ideas and achievements in conversation with the political and social struggles of today.

A powerful film, not to be missed! Come and see the film and then join in the discussion.

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