MATT DIEGAN

On the west coast of Ireland, kids don’t dream about winning the world cup. They dream about being championship jockeys, but with Ireland still in the grip of recession, there are less horses for kids to ride and less opportunities. This is the story of a 12 year old jockey called Dylan who is tiny, even for a jockey. Since stepping up a level he has to compete against older, stronger jockeys with more experience. At the Glenbeigh Races, one of the biggest events in the grassroots horse racing calendar, Dylan has the chance to make a name for himself.

Awards
Winner - Best Short Documentary: Kinsale Sharks 2016 (Gold)
Winner - Best Cinematography: 5Point Film Festival
Winner - Best Documentary: Endorphin Awards 2017
Vimeo Staff Pick

Press
"Inspirational! Shows the sheer determination that it takes to make it."
Sir A.P McCoy

"A loving portrait of a tightly knit community... We become entirely invested in young Dylan, his ambitions, and his world."
- Short Of The Week

"A brilliant film about a rarely seen world."
Esquire

Credits
Director: Jonny & Jono
DOP: Eoin McLoughlin
Producer: Matt Diegan
Production Manager: Matt Wilson
Researcher: Georgia Rose

Edit: Jonny Madderson & Stephen Dunn
Sound Design and Original Score: Father
Colourist: Steve Atkins