02/09/2026
Cavan Community Cinema presents a special screening of Born That Way, a tender and thought-provoking film about care, love, community and the extraordinary life of Patrick Lydon.
Where: Townhall Arts Centre, Cavan
When: Saturday 26th September, 7PM
Free Booking: Register at https://cavanartsfestival.ie/ to reserve your seat 📩
In a small wooden house in County Kilkenny, Ireland, Patrick Lydon’s life is ebbing away. Throughout his final year he reflects on an extraordinary life that took him from a budding career in rock journalism in America to trailblazing in Ireland with his wife, Gladys, the development of the radically inclusive Camphill Movement, sharing life in community with people of diverse needs, abilities and backgrounds. Patrick’s story calls forth the story of Camphill itself, and articulates the impulse driving an approach to life struggling for survival in today’s consumerist climate. At a time when the world is in need of inspiration, Patrick and Gladys’ story is just the ticket. 🌟
Stay after the screening for a Q&A with filmmaker Éamon Little (co-writer of That They May Face the Rising Sun), Patrick's wife Gladys, and John Clark, co-founder of Camphill Ballytobin and the film's composer.
🏆 Winner, Dublin Film Critics' Circle Best Irish Documentary (2025 World Premiere)
🏆 Winner, Gamble-Paison Prize for Best International Feature Film, Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival, Vermont (2026)
Don't miss it on the big screen! 👀
Supported by Cavan County Council PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).
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