In Search of the Red Begger



Logline:

The Red Beggar...The truth beneath the Red Hat

Background:

This is one of five project entries for Abbeyfest 2010. Based on a local myth which in turn is based on a few grains of fact, In Search of the Red Beggar hopes to use local knowledge-both modern and contemporary sources to find the truth behind this mysterious character and his legacy that is Poormansbridge, built from the considerable money found in the red woolly nightcap that became his trademark and lent to his name. By using reconstructions, in depth research, interviews and important local literature we hope to uncover the truth behind the legend.

Synopsis:

The Red Beggar-colourful character from local folklore or true story of a man whose story reflects the hardships and uncertainties of a turbulent time in our country's history.

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Laois

Type

Documentary

Genre

Factual

Status

Post-Production

Network

Community

Creator

shambomaximus



Last Update: 17/05/10 @ 15:31

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This is our first visit to Abbeyleix. We got a great feel for the place, got some great shots and our plan is coming together nicely! Thanks to Mike and Charlie for all the help!
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light? at the end of the tunnel? is that you?!?!

we can see the light at the end of the tunnel we are finally nearly finished, after having come very close to having to pull out of the compeition altogether. thankfully an ingenuis production team and a little help from...
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on 2/6/10

Curse of the Red Beggar

The Red Beggar does not seem to want to go on screen. After a series of technologial setbacks, we are still in the game however! Down but not out by the skin of our teeth, thanks for nothing, Technology...
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on 26/5/10

Editing

Thanks to the fine folks in TG4, the editing is underway and proceeding apace. The Red Beggar walks again!!!...
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on 20/5/10

Here we go again!

Gearing up to hit Abbeyleix again this weekend and do some serious filming. Interviews are arranged, Red Hat and Peg Leg are ready for deployment. Looks like its going to be a nice weekend for it too!...
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on 15/5/10

Here we go!

Well our first visit to Abbeyleix has gone well. Cutaways, Heritage House, Poormansbridge, we covered a lot of ground and The first film has been shot and looks good and we got a real feel for the place and the project. ...
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We have lift off!

Well the production team is in place for Abbeyfest's "In Search of the Red Beggar" and we are all very excited to be working on the project! Research is underway, equipment is ready to go, a recci is scheduled and a prod...
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