The Peggy Delaney Way: Peggy was an extraordinary leader in Toronto’s Irish community for decades. A champion of the arts who spearheaded numerous fundraising initiatives virtually from the moment her Dublin feet hit Toronto’s ground in 1954.
This biopic celebrates an unstoppable force. A woman who inspired so many through her vision and actions. Comprised of equal parts determination and fortitide, blended with compassion and humour; wrapped in style and grace. A mentor to many. Beloved by many more.
This film screens in a year Peggy would have been 100 years old. Rory O’Shea created his debut documentary for his late mother’s centenary. Directed by RoryO’Shea. 83 mins.
Family ReJOYCE: James Joyce’s family descendants & guests celebrate the great Irish author’s legacy and his remarkable novel “Ulysses.” Visitors of all ages gather in Dublin at the James Joyce Centre, the HQ for his literary festival recognized around the world every June 16 – Bloomsday – the date on which the book’s events occurred in 1904. Directed by Godfrey Jordan. 17 mins.
Wake Chapter 3: Toronto’s enterprising One Little Goat Theatre Company continues its cinematic journey through James Joyce’s divine and delirious comedy, Finnegans Wake as brought to life by the virtuosic performance of Irish-Canadian actor Richard Harte. Directed by Adam Seelig, 15 mins.