Dustin the Turkey wins Ireland's national song contest by public vote. The selection of a puppet to represent Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest causes some debate.
Dustin the Turkey has been chosen by the public to represent Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest semi-final in Belgrade in May. The entry won Eurosong 2008 held in the University Concert Hall in Limerick with the song 'Irelande Douze Pointe'.
The report shows Dustin the Turkey performing 'Irelande Douze Pointe' on Eurosong 2008. Dustin being announced as the winner. Judge Dana gives her reaction on the result.
A vox pop of members of the public shows their are mixed feelings on a puppet representing Ireland at the Eurovision. Dustin the Turkey performing.
The 2008 Eurovision Song Contest took place in Belgrade, Serbia. Ireland came in 15th place. The contest was won by Russia with Dima Bilan singing 'Believe'.
Title: |
Dustin the Turkey Chosen as Eurovision Entry |
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00:01:30 |
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Video |
Clip Title: |
Dustin the Turkey Chosen as Eurovision Entry |
Series Title: |
RTÉ News |
Information: |
'Irelande Douze Pointe' was written by Darren Smith and Simon Fine. Dustin perfomred the song at the first semi final of the Eurovision Song Contest in Belgrade, Serbia. The song recieved 22 points came 15th out of 19 and failed to qualify for the final. |
Local Keywords: |
Broadcasting, RTÉ, National Song Contest, Eurosong, Eurovision Song Contest, Dustin the Turkey, Dana, Ray D'Arcy, Arts, Entertainment, Music |
Coverage: |
Ireland |
Topic: |
Arts and Culture |
Contributor(s): |
Paul O'Flynn (Reporter) |
Publisher: |
RTÉ |
First Broadcast Channel: |
RTÉ One |
Broadcast Date: |
24/02/2008 |
Production Year: |
2008 |
Country of Production: |
Ireland |
Original Identifier: |
BN08/055 |
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Rights Reserved - Free Access |
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part/extract |
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Colour |
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Mono |
Aspect Ratio: |
16:9 (widescreen) |
Language: |
English (eng) |
Original Language: |
English (eng) |
