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‘Quintessentially Irish’ Celebrates the History and Traditions of Ireland

Documentary features Ian McKellen, Judi Dench, Pierce Brosnan, Jeremy Irons among others


AARP members can watch “Quintessentially Irish” through June 12, 2024. Video run time is 2 hours, 5 minutes.
Vision Films

Quintessentially Irish is a love letter to all things great and Irish that reveals some surprising facts about what it means to be Irish.

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Enter a glamorous world of castles, palaces and presidents that showcases fascinating views on the Irish and their vast influence on the world.

The film features interviews with Pierce Brosnan, Jeremy Irons, Prince Albert II of Monaco, Randal Plunkett, President Michael D. Higgins, Usain Bolt, Ricky Simms and Emma Dabiri.

Director: Frank Mannion

Language: English

Run time: 125 minutes

Release date: 2024

MPAA rating: NR; documentary​

 

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