Cradle of Genius
Directed by Paul Rotha.
With Eileen Crowe, Maureen Delaney, Barry Fitzgerald, Siobhan McKenna, Sean O'Casey.
Ireland, 1961, color, 25 min.
Copy source: Films Media Group
With Eileen Crowe, Maureen Delaney, Barry Fitzgerald, Siobhan McKenna, Sean O'Casey.
Ireland, 1961, color, 25 min.
Copy source: Films Media Group
Nominated for an Oscar in 1962, this documentary celebrates the Abbey Theatre with appearances from any of its leading stars including Siobhan McKenna and Eileen Crowe. Of particular interest is an exchange between Barry Fitzgerald and Sean O'Casey who reflect on Yeats' many peculiarities.
