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4 unusual facts about Glen Hansard


Can a Song Save Your Life?

John Carney and Glen Hansard also contributed as songwriters for the film's music.

Daragh McCarthy

He has directed numerous video clips included early videos for The Frames, a Dublin group led by Academy Award winning Glen Hansard.

Occupy Dame Street

The group gained the support of Irish musicians Christy Moore, Damien Dempsey and Glen Hansard, who all played separately at the group's "Tent Town" on 8, 23 and 24 December respectively.

Tanc Sade

He also wrote and directed "Flowers and Weeds" starring Academy Award Nominee and Golden Globe winner, Terence Stamp, and music from Academy Award winner Glen Hansard.


Leo's Tavern

The first concert of the series (May 2010) will feature Glen Hansard, Paul Brady and Sarah Siskind, and will be hosted by Moya Brennan.

Markéta Irglová

She won the Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Falling Slowly" at the 80th ceremony, which was co-written with Glen Hansard.


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