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Deep Dive: One Million Dubliners (2014)

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One Million Dubliners
ONE MILLION DUBLINERS focuses on Glasnevin Cemetery, which is the final resting place for 1.5 million individuals. The film presents the stories surrounding death, touching on themes of ritual, loss, and redemption. It examines the emotional burden families carry and the historical importance of the cemetery, portraying it as a reflection of Ireland's past. The documentary also addresses the operational aspects of the cemetery, detailing how it functions and the services it offers to those who are grieving. Through personal narratives and historical context, the film provides insight into how Ireland remembers its deceased and the effects of these rituals on the living.

Why Watch

  • •Meet the stories behind 1.5 million buried in Glasnevin Cemetery.
  • •Find out how a cemetery operates and serves the bereaved.
  • •See the emotional impact of death on families in Ireland.

Did You Know

•Glasnevin Cemetery is the final resting place for 1.5 million souls.
•The documentary was directed by Aoife Kelleher.
•The film has a runtime of 80 minutes.
•The production country of the film is Ireland.

Perfect For

Irish history enthusiastsDocumentary loversFans of personal stories