A MAVERICK ISLANDER -TRAILER: 3 mins

A MAVERICK ISLANDER: Follows in a humorous way Sean Ó Loingsigh's banter with his fellow protagonists and his frustration at how local politicians ignore the potential of the Islands and the lack of promotion for its potential, in South Connemara, Galway, Ireland. It is a beautifully shot documentary filmed and edited by Finn Arden which follows the rhythm and the fragility of island life. Is he a lovable rogue? Or a man of the people? A study Sean Ó Loingsigh from South Connemara. John is determined to keep his community alive without losing the ancient beauty of language, culture, and sport. He wants to rise above the elitism associated with the game of golf, he builds a golf course in a bog! John has further plans to entice tourists to keep the islands alive. He is an entrepreneur, a community advocate and he has already built one of the most beautiful nine-hole golf courses in the country.