Screening of an incredible film about world famous photographer to take place in Mayo town

A short documentary film uncovering Japanese photographer Akihiko Okamura's extraordinary work in Ireland during the Troubles, and the artistic and emotional impact of its recent rediscovery, will be shown in the west Mayo town of Louisburgh on Saturday, July 19, at 8pm in Books@One.

After a first trip in 1968 on JFK's footsteps, Okamura moved to Ireland in 1969 with his family, and spent the next 15 years of his life photographing the north and the south of the island. 

Exploring his unique perspective as both an insider and an outsider, this short film offers a nuanced portrayal of the complexities and contradictions of human nature. 

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Through interviews, archival footage, and Okamura's own evocative photographs, the organisers invite audiences to contemplate the universal themes of resilience, empathy, and the enduring quest for peace in the face of adversity. 

"The Memories of Others" is a testament to the power of visual storytelling in capturing the essence of human experiences amidst conflict.

This film was made in collaboration with Photo Museum Ireland, Dublin, and the Akihiko Okamura Archive, Tokyo. A Q&A with Akihiko's daughter Kusi Okamura, who is travelling from Berlin, will also take place after the short film. The event is free and all are welcome.