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entertainment2 months ago•16 min saved

Netflix-backed Bad Bridgets adds Colin Farrell and a star-studded cast for 19th‑century New York tale

Colin Farrell, Steve Coogan, Charlie Heaton, Domhnall Gleeson, Himesh Patel, Niamh Algar and Simone Kirby join Rich Peppiatt’s Netflix-backed Bad Bridgets alongside Emilia Jones and Alison Oliver; the period drama, inspired by the book about Irish emigrants, will shoot in Northern Ireland and Ireland in July 2026, produced by Coup d’État Films with LuckyChap, with Cáit Collins as executive producer and James Price handling production design.

via Deadline|

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culture2 years ago•4 min saved

"The Legacy of Irish Emigration: A Testament to the Emerald Isle's Resilience"

The EPIC Museum in Dublin celebrates the history of Irish emigration, highlighting the significant contributions of the Irish diaspora worldwide, including athletes, entertainers, inventors, and authors. With more than 30 million Americans claiming Irish ancestry, the museum also tells the story of the peak of Irish emigration during the mid-1800s famine, while emphasizing the positive impact of Irish emigration and the pride of Irish cultural exports. The museum offers visitors the opportunity to explore their own Irish roots through the Irish Family History Centre, showcasing the powerful story of contribution and adaptation from a small island with a rich history of emigration.

via CBS News|

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