Ireland's horse-racing culture has produced some of the finest athletes in the world. The protagonists prove less reticent than one might imagine, and as we watch them train, rest, play, and race, distinct characters undeniably emerge. The equine characters are framed by a charismatic collection of human supporting actors- from their good looking and foul-mouthed trainer to an elderly groom who obviously prefers horses to people- but ultimately they command our attention on their own. Without ever straying straying into Disney territory, and eschewing sentimentality, HORSES raises basic questions about what constitutes character and who can have it.

From the 28th January for two weeks at the ICA.