

The Savage Eye
Overview
The show is a satirical and often surreal examination of subjects close to the hearts of the Irish people. It takes the form of a fake anthropological documentary as if made by British television. Each show explores one subject from it's history through to the present covering 6 or 7 topics (or subheadings) using voxpops and informed opinion to inspire comedy sketches and unflinching rants from numerous created characters. The third series is performed by comedians David McSavage, John Colleary, Pat McDonnell and Dermot McMorrow among others. The topics we are covering this year range from Media and Politics to Christmas and Family.
Seasons (5)
Specials
1 Episode
2011
Season 1
6 Episodes
2009
Season 2
6 Episodes
2011
Season 3
6 Episodes
2012
Season 4
6 Episodes
2014
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