The film in this program is on-demand. Watch at your convenience and be sure to come back for a live Q&A with the filmmakers. Q&As will be recorded in case you can’t make it!
The 8th traces Ireland's campaign to remove the 8th Amendment - a constitutional ban on abortion. It shows the country's transformation from a conservative state in thrall to the Catholic church to a more liberal, secular society. Voices are heard from both sides of the debate, but the primary focus is on the dynamic female leaders of the pro-choice campaign. This dramatic story is underscored by a vivid exploration of the wrenching failures that led to this defining moment. An urgent narrative, a cautionary tale and a roadmap for progressive reforms in an era where authoritarianism is on the rise and reproductive rights are threatened around the world.
- Runtime94 minutes
- CountryIreland
- NoteDocumentary, Feature Film
- DirectorAideen Kane, Lucy Kennedy, Maeve O'Boyle
- ProducerLucy Kennedy, Maeve O’Boyle, Aideen Kane, Alan Maher
- CastAilbhe Smyth, Andrea Horan
- CinematographerMatt Leigh, Michael O'Donovan, Laura McGann, Esme Pum McNamee, Aidan McGuire
- EditorJordan Montminy, Maeve O'Boyle
- MusicSarah Lynch
The film in this program is on-demand. Watch at your convenience and be sure to come back for a live Q&A with the filmmakers. Q&As will be recorded in case you can’t make it!
The 8th traces Ireland's campaign to remove the 8th Amendment - a constitutional ban on abortion. It shows the country's transformation from a conservative state in thrall to the Catholic church to a more liberal, secular society. Voices are heard from both sides of the debate, but the primary focus is on the dynamic female leaders of the pro-choice campaign. This dramatic story is underscored by a vivid exploration of the wrenching failures that led to this defining moment. An urgent narrative, a cautionary tale and a roadmap for progressive reforms in an era where authoritarianism is on the rise and reproductive rights are threatened around the world.
- Runtime94 minutes
- CountryIreland
- NoteDocumentary, Feature Film
- DirectorAideen Kane, Lucy Kennedy, Maeve O'Boyle
- ProducerLucy Kennedy, Maeve O’Boyle, Aideen Kane, Alan Maher
- CastAilbhe Smyth, Andrea Horan
- CinematographerMatt Leigh, Michael O'Donovan, Laura McGann, Esme Pum McNamee, Aidan McGuire
- EditorJordan Montminy, Maeve O'Boyle
- MusicSarah Lynch