What We've Done
2011
Ola's Story
'Ola's Story' was produced as part of a film project that took place between Frameworks Films and Nasc - the Irish Immigrant Support Centre. The aim of the project, funded under the Arts Participation Award from The Arts Council, was to explore the theme of cultural diversity through film. A group from Nasc collaborated with the film-makers from Frameworks to devise the idea for the docudrama and then to film and edit the film. The process-base nature of the project is reflected in the final piece, which includes footage of the idea being developed, interspersed with the film itself. Rather than making any definitive statement, it is hoped that the final piece can be used as a stimulus for discussion on the theme of cultural diversity.
Filming scenes from 'Ola's Story'
The Fight Game
This documentary explores the passion behind the sport of boxing and in particular focuses on the story of boxing in Cork. Produced in collaboration with the Cork Ex-Boxers Association, the film asks why people are drawn to boxing, what it is like to face your opponent in the ring and what makes a great boxer. It also profiles three Cork boxers, each hailing from a different generation - Tommy Hyde, Mick Leahy and Michael Roche. The film is told through interviews with members of the Cork Ex-Boxers Association and the families of those involved. It also includes a large archive of photographs and other footage and has some live action footage of boxing clubs operating in Cork today.
Mick Leahy in action
Mural Men
A short documentary with the Mahon Intergenerational Project which documents a men's group from Mahon in Cork who travel to Belfast in Northern Ireland to participate in an arts project.
Film Workshops with the Cork Foyer
Film-making workshops with young people from the Cork Foyer.