Feature length documentary film about UK Gypsy and Irish Traveller men and the legacy of violence handed down through generations.
Director: Leo Maguire
Producer: Robert Wilkins
Executive Producers: Russell Barnes and Molly Milton
Editor: Joby Gee
Composer: Jack Ketch
Clearstory Films for Channel 4.
BAFTA nominated Best Photography. Grierson award winner.
“With its portrayal of violence and cruelty this film pulled no punches and left me reeling.” The Guardian ****
“…the documentary showed them as they see themselves: fierce, proud and unsentimental.” TLS ****
“…a first-rate documentary… If you’re hoping for a frilly film about gypsy weddings, you’re in for a shock. This is a raw, no-holds-barred look at the gypsy tradition of sorting arguments by bare-knuckle fighting….” Radio Times ****
“Visually stunning…. harrowing fare.” Sunday Telegraph