Delightful collection of short silent films from the IFI Irish Film Archive and National Library of Scotland Moving Image Archive presenting alternating perspectives on Scotland and Ireland through the lens of Scottish and Irish filmmakers.

This special reciprocal programme includes Royal Clyde Yacht Club (1899) – the earliest known film made by an Irishman; Ireland by Air – featuring Scottish aviatrix Winnie Drinkwater (1933); two charming films by Butlins camp photographer John Tomkins – Butlins Holiday Camp and Rush Hour (1950s); and The Farm below the Mountain – a record by Scottish filmmaker Ernest Tiernan of his travels with his young bride Kathleen to meet her family in rural Ireland (1958). 

The films will be accompanied by renowned Irish avant-garde pianist, Paul G. Smyth.

Running time: 1h 10m approx. | N/C U
Performing live: Paul Smyth (piano)

Online programme notes by Sunniva O’Flynn