The Road to God Knows Where
Irish emigrants in London and New York are contrasted with life in Ireland where unemployment and deprivation are said to be endemic. The experience, effects and meaning of emigration in 1980s Irish is examined using a combination of interviews with emigrants, commentators and politicians. The film also features inserts of a stand-up comic performing in various locations, adding a surreal element to the programme.
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The Road to God Knows Where
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Oct 4, 1988
Runtime
0h 52m
Original Title
The Road to God Knows Where
Production Companies
Channel 4 Television, Yellow Asylum
Director
Alan Gilsenan
Description
Irish emigrants in London and New York are contrasted with life in Ireland where unemployment and deprivation are said to be endemic. The experience, effects and meaning of emigration in 1980s Irish is examined using a combination of interviews with emigrants, commentators and politicians. The film also features inserts of a stand-up comic performing in various locations, adding a surreal element to the programme.
