Before he became a critically acclaimed film director, Neil Jordan is filmed here at the age of 20 playing classical guitar.
In the opening sequence of the arts programme 'Anthology' from 1970 Neil Jordan appears playing classical guitar at Sinnotts bar.
His directorial debut was the film 'Angel' in 1982 and was shortly followed by Mona Lisa and a Company of Wolves. Jordan went on to direct critically acclaimed films such as 'The Crying Game', 'Interview with the Vampire', 'The Butcher Boy', and 'Breakfast on Pluto'.
Title: |
Neil Jordan Plays Guitar |
Clip Duration: |
00:00:39 |
Material Type: |
Video |
Clip Title: |
Neil Jordan Plays Guitar in Opening Sequence |
Series Title: |
Anthology |
Information: |
This episode of 'Anthology' considers the state of art and design education in Ireland, poetry readings in pubs and the forthcoming festival of twentieth century music. The programme was directed by Norris Davidson and presented by Brian Cleeve. This episode was broadcast on 9 December, 1970. |
Local Keywords: |
Neil Jordan, Arts, Anthology, 1970, Film Director, Fame |
Coverage: |
Ireland |
Topic: |
Arts and Culture |
Contributor(s): |
Norris Davidson (Director), Brian Cleeve (Presenter) |
Publisher: |
RTÉ |
First Broadcast Channel: |
RTÉ One |
Broadcast Date: |
09/12/1970 |
Production Year: |
1970 |
Country of Production: |
Ireland |
Original Identifier: |
11D01290 |
IPR Restrictions: |
Rights Reserved - Free Access |
Rights, Terms and Conditions: |
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Item Type: |
part/extract |
Colour: |
Black and White |
Sound: |
Mono |
Aspect Ratio: |
4:3 |
Language: |
English (eng) |
Original Language: |
English (eng) |
