SONG OF GRANITE revolves around the life of the great traditional Irish singer, Joe Heaney. The harsh Irish landscape combined with the myths, fables, and songs of his Connemara youth helped shape this fascinating character. Enigmatic and complex, Heaney's devotion to his art came at a huge personal cost. But by the time of his death in 1984, he was widely recognized as one of the most important figures in Irish traditional music (sean nos), having won fans and admirers from every part of the globe. Director Pat Collins has shaped a cinematic exploration of Heaney's life, tracing his strange, tragic, and often inspiring journey in music and song.