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Teeval: Princess of the Ocean

A hero prince, a mermaid princess, magic, and the best fight scene you will ever see! A retelling of the traditional Manx folktale where a mermaid’s helps wins the kingdom for a young Irish hero. Wandering the shores of the Isle of Man one day, Conchubar comes across the beautiful Teeval, princess of the ocean. In thanks for returning her safely to the sea, she gives him gift that leads to the kingdom of Ulster. A well-known piece of Manx folklore, retold on the Island’s western shores with the help of two young Manx speakers and some papier-mâché heads!



Title
Teeval: Princess of the Ocean
Title in English
Entry Category
Children's Programme (Screen)
Produced By
Culture Vannin
Producer
James Franklin
Directed By
Dario Leonetti
Production Partners
Gaelic Broadcasting Committee / Bing Ymskeaylley Gaelgagh
Writer
James Franklin
Broadcaster
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