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202350 minPGdocumentary

Patrick: A Young Traveller Lost

202350 minPGdocumentary

Twelve-year-old Patrick took his life a year ago, prompting his parents to confront the challenges faced by the Irish Traveller community.

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Twelve-year-old Patrick took his life a year ago, prompting his parents to confront the challenges faced by the Irish Traveller community.

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Patrick's parents, Michelle and Pat, face their grief after the suicide of their 12-year-old son, Patrick, who died one year ago. The film observes their process of coping with loss. It addresses the suicide crisis within the Irish Traveller community. The documentary presents the broader issues affecting this community and the consequences for families dealing with similar tragedies. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of ongoing challenges faced by Travellers in Ireland.

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