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    Slán leis an gCeol

    A lyrical portrait of a brilliant yet tormented artist, Slán leis an gCeol explores the complexities of a talented and philosophical man. Tony MacMahon, one of Ireland’s most remarkable traditional musicians, was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s and is losing his ability to play. The loss of his creative voice is killing his spirit and has led him to prepare for death through assisted suicide. Delving deeply into his mental anguish, the film reveals a story of euphoric highs and devastating lows through a long battle with bipolar disorder wherein he tried to use his creativity to turn darkness into light



    Festival
    Celtic Media Festival 2020
    Title
    Slán leis an gCeol
    Title in English
    Farewell to Music
    Entry Category
    Arts
    Produced By
    Rúnda Productions
    Producer
    Cathal Ó Cuaig
    Directed By
    Cathal Ó Cuaig
    Production Partners
    BAI, RTÉ, Creative Europe MEDIA
    Broadcaster
    RTÉ