Ivor Browne to appear at the Model
THE sell-out screening of a film on the renowned psychiatrist Ivor Browne is coming to Sligo this month, along with the man himself. Browne has been a central figure in Irish mental health for many decades. His pioneering and often controversial work on behalf of the many who cannot speak for themselves is well-known.
Alan Gilsenan’s new film captures the essence of this extraordinary man. In a quirky and challenging cinematic portrait we meet Browne, now in his late-eighties, who is still full of energy, good humour and compassion, and who remains a deeply-informed, startlingly innovative thinker. The film contains contributions from a host of familiar faces including Tommy Tiernan, Tom Murphy, Mary Coughlan, Sebastian Bar- ry, and Nell McCafferty.
Browne and producer of “Meetings with Ivor” Tomás Hardiman will appear at The Model, The Mall, on Friday 25 th May at 14.00 for a 14.30 screening hosted by Sligo Samaritans.
After the screening of the film, there will be a discussion with Ivor Brown. To register see www.eventbrite.ie.