An Cailleach Bhéarra
Jul 14, 2007 · 8m
Director
Naomi WilsonOverview
"The Cailleach was dependent on this one thing... every hundred years she must get back to the water and immerse herself so that she might become young again." This film is an interpretation of fragments of the ancient myth of the "cailleach", old hag, otherworld female, mother earth, sovereignty queen, or witch. Told using a large scale puppet and actors moving through real landscape.
Cast of An Cailleach Bhéarra
Crew of An Cailleach Bhéarra
About An Cailleach Bhéarra
What is An Cailleach Bhéarra about?
"The Cailleach was dependent on this one thing... every hundred years she must get back to the water and immerse herself so that she might become young again." This film is an interpretation of fragments of the ancient myth of the "cailleach", old hag, otherworld female, mother earth, sovereignty queen, or witch. Told using a large scale puppet and actors moving through real landscape.
When was An Cailleach Bhéarra released?
An Cailleach Bhéarra was released on July 14, 2007.
How long is An Cailleach Bhéarra?
An Cailleach Bhéarra runs 8 minutes.
Who directed An Cailleach Bhéarra?
An Cailleach Bhéarra was directed by Naomi Wilson.
Who is in the cast of An Cailleach Bhéarra?
The cast of An Cailleach Bhéarra includes Paddy Burke (Priest), Robyn Gutteridge (Young Cailleach) and Biddie Hedderman (Narrator).