The Foyle Film Festival - Kisses

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On the fringe of Dublin, Kylie and Dylan - two pre-teen kids - live in a suburban housing estate devoid of life, colour and the prospects of escape. Kylie lives with five other siblings, her overworked mother, and in constant dread of her uncle's unwelcome visits. Next door Dylan lives in the shadow of an abusive alcoholic father and the memory of an elder brother who ran away from home two years previously. After a violent altercation with his father, Dylan runs away from home and Kylie goes with him. Together they make their way to the magical night time lights of inner city Dublin, to search for Dylan's brother and the possibility of a new life. But as the night wears on, and Dublin takes on a darker character, the two kids have to rely on the kindness of strangers, the advice of Bob Dylan and their trust in each other to survive the night.

Note: The Little Theatre in St Columb's Hall is also known as The Orchard Cinema.