The Emerald Underground

Name: The Emerald Underground
Director: Darren Kelly
Genre: Documentary, Music
Released: 2026-10-24

Three bands. Three stories. One passion.

2026 · 14 min · Documentary, Music

A short documentary following the stories of three independent bands from across Ireland; The Psychs, IMLÉ and Dead Assets. Each band shares their passion for music, the many struggles they face on their journey, and what keeps them going.

Directed by Darren Kelly

In theaters Oct 24, 2026

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