Hungry Hill is a non-fiction feature film directed by Mieke Vanmechelen and Michael Holly. It explores the lives of sheep farmers in the challenging terrain of the Beara Peninsula.
The film premiered on July 15th at the Galway Film Fleadh and the screening at the Kenmare Co-operative Mart on August 12th at 7 pm will be a unique event for the local community. There will be a Q&A following the screening moderated by Dan McCarthy on the 'The Future of Hill Farming'.
Hungry Hill follows the experiences of brothers Connie and John Doyle, offering insights into the joys and challenges of the sheep farming community. The directors combine narrative and experiential elements, capturing the beauty of the mountainous landscape and the personal connections of a local artist and hill farmer.
Hungry Hill explores personal, political, and environmental themes, showing the impact of industrial expansion and lost traditions on sheep farming. It aims to give the sheep farmers' voices a platform and raise awareness about sustainability.
Overall, Hungry Hill promises to be a compelling cinematic experience, offering an insider's view of the lives of hill farmers in southwest Ireland.
The entry fee is €5 and refreshments will be served following the screening and Q & A.
Kenmare Co-operative Mart, Gortamullen, Kenmare, V93 R761