The Lost Children of Tuam wins at Galway Film Fleadh
The film 'The Lost Children of Tuam' won Best Irish Film at the Galway Film Fleadh. The drama depicts the true story of Catherine Corless and her investigation into the high infant mortality rates at a former mother and baby home in Ireland.
Why it matters
The film brings renewed public attention to a dark chapter in Irish history involving the treatment of children in state and church-run institutions.
The Lost Children of Tuam has won Best Irish Film at this year's Galway Film Fleadh following its world premiere at the festival on Saturday.
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