Verdigris

Best Film - Cinema d'iDEA International Women's Film Festival
Best Leading Actress - Cinema d'iDEA International Women's Film Festival
Special Mention - Cinema d'iDEA International Women's Film Festival
NOMINATED FOR 5 IRISH FILM & TV ACADEMY AWARDS - WINNER OF THE FOLLOWING AWARDS
Best Feature Film - Irish Film Festival, London
Best Independent Film - Galway Film Fleadh
Audience Award for Best Irish Film - Newport Beach Film Festival
Best Narrative Feature - Kerry International Film Festival
Critics Award - British & Irish Film Festival Luxembourg
Audience Award - British & Irish Film Festival Luxembourg

Synopsis

Trapped within a marriage to an unpredictable and controlling husband, middle-aged, middle class Marian discreetly embarks on a part-time role as a census enumerator in an attempt to regain her independence. Amid the challenges of her inner city route, Marian confronts hostile and dismissive locals who flatly refuse to engage with her. Enters no-nonsense Jewel, an unapologetically straightforward sex worker. As Marian delves into Jewel's circumstances, it becomes evident that she has become the victim of neglect, is estranged from her family and living alone with no safe means of supporting herself.

They strike an unconventional pact: Marian pledges not to involve the authorities with Jewel, on the condition that Jewel aids her in encouraging locals to complete their census forms. Their journey through the streets of Dublin leads them to an extraordinary and profound bond – an unexpected alliance rooted in support, resilience, and friendship.

 

Running Time

90 mins

Genre

Drama

Director

Patricia Kelly

Producers

Patricia Kelly & Paul FitzSimons

Production Company

MnáMná Films & Prelude Content

Cast

Geraldine McAlinden
Maya O'Shea
Michael James Ford
Kyle Hixon
Killian Filan
Andrew Kingston
Sally Elsbury