Director Frank Berry On Making 'The Lost Children Of Tuam'
Summary
This episode features a discussion about a new film centered on Catherine Corliss’s decade-long investigation into the Tuam Mother and Baby Home in County Galway. The conversation explores how Corliss uncovered 796 unaccounted death certificates and the community resistance she faced, highlighting the movie’s focus on contemporary accountability rather than historical drama. The director explains how the project originated from a New York Times article that compelled Liam Neeson to option the story, leading to the casting of Monica Dolan to portray Corliss. The segment concludes by noting t…
Topics discussed
Introduction and sponsor segment
Catherine Corliss's background and initial research
Memories of the St. Mary's home and its impact
Discovery of 796 death certificates without burials
Personal impact and obstacles from authorities
Community rumors and the grotto on Dublin Road
Witness accounts from 1975 and evidence of bones
Challenges of adapting a true story to film
Inspiration from Catherine and contemporary relevance
Connecting with survivors and building community
Liam Neeson's involvement and the NYT article
Production origins and studio partnerships
Casting Monica Dolan as Catherine Corliss
Screening for Catherine and family in Galway
The ongoing investigation and timeline
DNA identification and future chapters
Closing remarks and sponsor sign-off
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