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Colourful DVD explores Derry's
saint and soldier
13.12.13
DERRY'S associations
with Columcille are well documented but a new DVD
reveals intriguing parallels between the saint and a
lesser known figure from the city's rich history -
the soldier Sir Henry Docwra.
'The Saint and the Soldier', written and directed by
Raymond Craig, was recently launched in the city. |
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Raymond Craig pictured at the recent
launch of his new DVD 'The Saint and the Soldier'. |
The insightful
narrative of each man - though separated by a
thousand years of history - reveals and compares the
many parallels between their lives and aspirations.
The film is beautifully illustrated by images from
the stained glass that graces many places of worship
thoughout the city.
University of Ulster history lecturer, Dr William
Kelly, described the new work as one that "opens a
window into the complicated souls of men by
revealing the dreadful moral choices inflicted by
politics and war on people like St Columcille and
Sir Henry Dowcra".
"Trying to reconcile these choices forces us all to
come to terms with the complex history of Derry,
Doire, or Londonderry."
The DVD's creator Raymond Craig said Columcille and
Docwra are regarded by many as "the founding fathers
of the City of Derry".
"Even though they are separated by a thousand years
they have made valuable contributions to the
cultural life of the city," he said.
Raymond said he was delighted with the turnout at
the recent launch which included many friends from
the Greencastle and Moville areas.
'The Saint and the Soldier' was produced by John
Thompson Video Productions in association with
Guildhall Press, Creggan Enterprises and The Hive
Studios at Rath Mor, Creggan. It is available at
Little Acorns Bookstore and other local outlets,
priced £9.95. |
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