Yeats Country
Originally released in 1965. Yeats Country is a documentary film. directed by Patrick Carey. At just 17 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tom St. John Barry
Synopsis
Yeats Country is a lyrical film commissioned by the Department of Foreign Affairs to commemorate the centenary of the birth of William Butler Yeats. The first Irish film by cinematographer and director Patrick Carey celebrates the landscape of Yeats’ poetry through stunning photography, narrated by Tom St. John Barry. Evocative images of the west of Ireland illustrate the poet’s life including Thoor Ballylee Castle where he lived, Coole Park, home of Lady Gregory where literary figures of the period socialised, Lissadell House, Knocknarea Mountain, the slopes of Ben Bulben, the waterfall at Glencar and finally Yeats’ grave at Drumcliffe. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short in 1966.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 1, 1965
60 years ago
Runtime
0h 17m
17 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Ireland
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Aengus Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yeats Country about?
Yeats Country is a lyrical film commissioned by the Department of Foreign Affairs to commemorate the centenary of the birth of William Butler Yeats. The first Irish film by cinematographer and dire...
Who directed Yeats Country?
Yeats Country was directed by Patrick Carey.
How long is Yeats Country?
Yeats Country has a runtime of 0 hours and 17 minutes (17 minutes total).
When was Yeats Country released?
Yeats Country was released on June 1, 1965 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Yeats Country?
The main cast of Yeats Country includes Tom St. John Barry.