To mark Fingal Inclusion Week, we present The Blue Trail, a favourite on the film festival circuit and winner of the Silver Bear Jury Grand Prix at the 2025 Berlin Film Festival.

Focussing on a feisty 77-year-old fighting against an ageist system, this film shows that you should never underestimate the older members of society. Part adventure film, part dystopian sci-fi and part coming of (old) age story, The Blue Trail is a vibrant and playful new film from acclaimed Brazilian filmmaker Gabriel Mascaro.

In the near future, the Brazilian government has created ‘colonies’ where older people are sent to live out their last few years to free up space for the more productive younger generations. Teresa, however, refuses to accept that fate. She is instead determined to fulfil her ultimate dream - to fly in an aeroplane.

After escaping from the authorities, she embarks on an eventful boat voyage down the Amazon river to find a willing pilot who will fly her. Encountering new friends and experiences along the way, she discovers a freedom she never knew she was missing.
Critics have described the film as “visually striking”, “subversive and bittersweet”, and “amazing, captivating, exciting and authentically beautiful.” It shows that people over 70 are as capable of rebelling as much as those decades younger.

The Blue Trail will be shown at St Patrick’s Church of Ireland church in The Square, Donabate (K36 Y521) on Thursday November 19th at 8pm.

Tickets go on sale on Thursday November 12th at 9am and cost €10 (€8 for students/OAPs)

For more information and to buy tickets, please visit lambaycinemaclub.com

Bring your own cup for free tea and coffee – we even supply the biscuits!

If you want to get in touch, email us at info@lambaycinemaclub.com.

Everyone is welcome and we look forward to seeing you on the 19th.