Derry film company bringing policital parties together

Derry’s leading independent community film company, Black North Productions, have succeeded where the Irish and British governments have singularly failed.

The Derry based group, consisting of people from all ages and backgrounds, have gained the support of all the main political parties to back their anti-bullying in schools campaign.

“This is no mean feat given the current political deadlock that we face”, commented Joseph McCarthy the group’s Chairperson.

“We want all schools across the island of Ireland to appoint anti-bulling champions and our recent film 'Summary Justice' sets out the reasons why."

“'Summary Justice', premiered to a packed house recently at Derry's Brunswick Movie Bowl and additional seating had to be made available on the night due to such a large crowd.

Black North are currently hard at work on their second film in the series, 'Saint Saviours Strikes Back', which deals with cyber bullying and online abuse and will feature pupils from a range of schools across the Derry and Strabane City Council area.

The city’s current Mayor Councillor Sandra Duffy is also keen to back their anti-bullying campaign and recently invited cast members and crew to her parlour to commend them on their hard work and dedication.

The dedicated group are also working on a topical mental health film called 'Moonlight Over The Maiden' which revolves around the attitudes and problems that people with mental health issues face on a daily basis.

The Kathleen Graham Trust are funding the film as Black North productions are not-for-profit organisation.

Mr Allen, cast and teachers from Thornhill College and St. Mary's College

“We intend to highlight important issues through film and where necessary, proactively drive forward campaigns to necessitate change”, commented their Secretary Edward O’Hagan.

There is no doubt that Black North Productions are making waves and stirring up both interest and enthusiasm for decisive action on issues affecting everyday people.

All of their films are currently available to view on YouTube and as their membership grows and more issues are tackled, Black North are placing Derry and Strabane prominently on the map for social change.