Pilgrims of the Reek
In Ireland, the last Sunday in July is an annual day of pilgrimage, during which Catholics honour Saint Patrick. Thousands climb Croagh Patrick, known as the Reek, each year, with as many as 30,000 climbing it on Reek Sunday. The experience, though deeply religious, is perhaps more widely regarded as an expression and experience of patriotism. Our film was made in July 2023 and, inspired by the practice of Gianfranco Rosi, observes an important Catholic and Irish rite.
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