From That Small Island

Please note: this event will be over-booked, and a reservation does not guarantee a seat. Please plan to arrive early even with a reservation. 

From That Small Island is a new and ground-breaking feature documentary which tells the story of the Irish from our first inhabitants to the present day, tracing the ebb and flow of people into and out of the island. Shot on location in 17 countries worldwide, the film provides a compelling narrative of Ireland and the Irish.

Directed by Rachael Moriarty and Peter Murphy, the documentary is narrated by Colin Farrell and the original score is by Colm Mac Con Iomaire. The documentary’s writer and producer Bríona Nic Dhiarmada and historical consultant and associate producer Professor Jane Ohlmeyer will be present for a moderated discussion following the screening. (Rachael Moriarty and Peter Murphy, Ireland, 2025, 99 minutes, digital)

This event is co-sponsored by the Consulate General of Ireland, Chicago, the Chicago Irish Film Festival, and the Nicholson Center for British Studies. Pre-registration is required; please follow this link to register ahead of the event.