Summaries

A personal and philosophical journey by Brian Keenan who was held hostage for four-and-a-half years in the Lebanon. The film is concerned with identity, conflict and courage - and Keenan's search for a spiritual home in Westport. County Mayo. Brian Keenan, who survived four and a half years as a hostage in Lebanon talks from his home in Westport, Co Mayo, about his experiences, the evolution of his philosophy and how his sense of national identity contributed to his survival. The film also features sequences on Thallabann Strand, the pilgrimage to Croagh Patrick, in the pub, and of Keenan reading to national school children.

Details

Genres
  • Biography
Release date Nov 27, 1993
Countries of origin United Kingdom
Language English
Production companies Flying Fox Films

Box office

Budget $200000

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 30m
Color Color
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