Man of Aran

Oct 18 1934 Not Rated 1h 16m
Documentary

A documentary on the life of the people of the Aran Islands, who were believed to contain the essence of the ancient Irish life, represented by a pure uncorrupted peasant existence centred around the struggle between man and his hostile but magnificent surroundings. A blend of documentary and fictional narrative, the film captures the everyday trials of life on Ireland's unforgiving Aran Islands.

Plot

In this blend of documentary and fictional narrative from pioneering filmmaker Robert Flaherty, the everyday trials of life on Ireland's unforgiving Aran Islands are captured with attention to naturalistic beauty and historical detail.

Written by

Robert J. Flaherty

Directed by

Robert J. Flaherty

Cast

Colman 'Tiger' King, Maggie Dirrane, Michael Dirrane

Crew

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Production Countries

United Kingdom

Production Companies

Gainsborough Pictures

Languages

English, Gaeilge

Awards

3 wins

Scores
# of Votes
2,392
Average Rating
7.1 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA