An American Wake is an experimental feature film which was shot in Bray, Co.Wicklow. The film was made as part of a challenge to see if a full length feature film could be shot in 48 hours or less. The film follows Eric, a young twenty-something in Ireland, who is about to leave all he knows behind and travel to America for work. On the day of his departure, Eric's friends pull out all the stops for him as they prepare a massive going away party and open his eyes to the girl who desperately wants him to stay.
A musical exploration of the plight of women at the turn of the 20th century, it explores issues including infant mortality, prejudice and alcohol abuse, creating a moving account of life in America for an Irish immigrant.
JFK s NIECE will give a fresh insight into their family ties to Limerick at the inaugural Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Autumn School this month. Attendees will hear .