Kings tells the story of a group of young Irish-speaking men who emigrated to London in the late 1970s to work on the building sites, promising to return home rich and successful. In the 25 years that they have been there, the clock does not stop for alienation or inner despair. They are working men: strong, even indestructible. Any gnawing feelings that something is not quite right quickly dissipate in the camaraderie of their mates. Adapted from Jimmy Murphy’s critically acclaimed play Kings of Kilburn High Road, Kings is the first bi-lingual feature film to be produced in Ireland and stars Colm Meaney and Donal O’ Kelly.

 

 

With over 150 members, ‘The Pictures’ film club for Over 55’s and friends has become a great social network for Ballymun and the surrounding areas.

 

‘The Pictures’ takes place in our 211 seater Theatre, so you can enjoy the big screen in comfort. Showing a wide variety of films, from classics to modern, there is something for everyone. There is one screening a month (usually the last Monday of the month), full details of this seasons screening are below.

 

‘The Pictures’ is an initiative of Dublin City Council’s Arts Office and axis, Ballymun, in association with The Irish Film Institute and access Cinema. For further information please contact axis on (01) 883 2100 or Ann Marie Lyons, North West Area Arts Officer, Dublin City Council. Tel: (01) 222 7305 e-mail: annmarie.lyons@dublincity.ie