Love Yourself Today

2021 Documentary

The film centres around the music of Irish singer songwriter Damien Dempsey but also turns the lens onto his fans. Every Christmas in Dublin, the crowds gather for Damo’s Christmas gig at Vicar Street. For many, these shows have become a cathartic ritual, a safe space where emotions can be laid bare. Through the prism of the concert, we meet Dempsey and three members of the audience. We hear their stories, unravel their grief and find the light in the darkness through communal art.  With themes of addiction, loss but also hope and positivity, Dempsey’s music often reflects his fans' pain, alleviates their anguish and ultimately provides peace as they ‘sing all their cares away’.  Part documentary, part concert film, Love Yourself Today is an emotive celebration of modern spirituality and the power of music to heal.

Our Review

by Brian Lloyd
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'Love Yourself Today' is about how live music can heal the soul

As Damien Dempsey prepares for his annual end-of-year concerts at Vicar Street, the lives of three audience members - Jonathan, Packy, and Nadia - are examined by how they're hurt, how they're healing, and what they're doing to heal.

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