The Franciscan Friars of Killarney

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The Franciscan Friars of Killarney
Directed by Sidney Olcott
Produced by Kalem Company
Cinematography George K. Hollister
Release date
  • November 29, 1911 (1911-11-29)
CountryUnited States
Languages Silent film
(English intertitles)

The Franciscan Friars of Killarney is a 1911 American silent documentary produced by Kalem Company. It was directed by Sidney Olcott.

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Production notes

The film was shot in Beaufort, County Kerry, Ireland, during summer of 1911, with the friars from Killarney Franciscan Friary.

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