Award-winning Irish film and television production company Blinder Films have announced the release of a range of its titles on Vimeo on Demand – allowing worldwide audiences to enjoy this selection of Irish documentaries, dramas and genre films online, from the comfort of their own homes during these unprecedented times.

Among the titles available are Sinéad O’Shea’s gripping documentary A Mother Brings Her Son To Be Shot, which garnered widespread acclaim all over the world, with screenings at BFI London Film Festival; Sydney Film Festival; CPH:DOX, where it was nominated for the F:ACT award; and Watch Doc Film Festival where it won a jury prize. Oscar nominated director Joshua Oppenheimer serves as executive producer.

Over five years, O’Shea filmed this extraordinary portrait of a post conflict society – beginning with a mother who takes her teenage son to be shot in both legs. 30% of all profits from the sales of the film on Vimeo will go towards Northern Ireland based mental health charity MindWise.

A Mother Brings Her Son To Be Shot from Blinder Films on Vimeo.

The recent images of deserted city streets globally are particularly reminiscent of Conor Horgan’s One Hundred Mornings (Special Jury Award at the 2010 Slamdance Film Festival). Set in a world upended by a complete breakdown of society, two couples hide out in a lakeside cabin hoping to survive the crisis.

One Hundred Mornings from Blinder Films on Vimeo.

Equally compelling in light of recent changes to how we live is sci-fi drama Rapt – set in Dublin, where, in a single instant, everyone has vanished. Paramedic and single mum Ange Smith finds herself alone in an empty world and desperate to find her way home to her baby daughter.

Rapt from Blinder Films on Vimeo.

Further titles available include Come On Eileen, Jump (excluding UK and Ireland) and The Queen Of Ireland (limited territories), the feature documentary about renowned drag queen and activist Panti Bliss.

“This is a really uncertain time, but one that is also remarkable to behold as communities, countries and the world are coming together to support the incredible work of those on the frontlines," says Blinder Films Managing Director Katie Holly. "I know for myself, beyond friends, family and colleagues, it’s all forms of art that are getting me through. It’s a joy and privilege to work in the creative sphere and we want to do what we can for others, so that we can bounce back stronger when this pandemic passes. If you have work you want to share, fundraisers to promote or other endeavours like virtual masterclasses, festivals, watch-a-longs or whatever please email or tweet us and we will amplify your voice.”

For anyone whose income has been badly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and can’t afford to pay, but would still like to watch one of the titles, Blinder Films have offered their assistance. Simply get in contact at [email protected].