Neil Jordan at Ely Celebration

If you have seen the movie Interview with the Vampire, The Crying Game, Michael Collins, HIgh Spirits, Angel, etc, and read the books Night in Tunisia and Sunrise with the Seamonster, among others, most likely, you are familiar with the works of Director, Screenwriter and Author Neil Jordan.


During the graduation ceremony i attended at Ely cathedral, Neil Jordan was presented with an Honorary Doctorate. He was suc a calm and effective speaker.

Here are photos of him.





that's him signing the document of his receipt of the award





giving his speech



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some photos from Ely:







the imposing cathedral





it is the heart of the town




some graduates milling before the ceremony



families are excited to see their graduates





a commemoration stone for the park





Anya---she's my granddaughter by marriage (yes, i have a granddaughter,haha).she is Adrian's nephew's daughter..x

(am i a cool lola or what?)


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The atmosphere at Ely cathedral and Ely in general was buzzing. There was pride running through the beautiful town.