Short film Heartbeats of Hope is an inspiring short documentary by Aoise Tutty Jackson and Kevin O’Shanahan exploring the West Cork Feelgood Festival's decade-long impact on mental health.
Through the personal stories of artists and contributors such as Luka Bloom, Jinx Lennon, Donal Dineen, Lisa O Neill, the film aims to inspire viewers to create positive change in their own communities, sparking a ripple effect of well-being and resilience.
Winner of the Mental Health Heroes Award at the Great Lakes Mental Health Film Festival 2025.
Free Event . Donations to support the Machnamh project can be made HERE
This project is a collaborative initiative between 49 North Street and NeuroHive
"a powerful testament to the strength found in vulnerability, the importance of community, and the courage it takes to share stories that truly matter. Through heartfelt storytelling and thoughtful craft, you have given voice to experiences that are too often unseen. Your work not only moved audiences—it inspired hope, challenged stigma, and reminded us all of the profound impact that compassion and understanding can have."_ Tim Daly, Festival Director, Great Lakes Mental Health Film Festival
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