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01:10:29

On the Ground: A look Back at Dinard British & Irish...

Film Ireland Podcast ·

2025/11/02

In this episode of the Film Ireland Podcast, we are delighted to once again partner with the Dinard British and Irish Film Festival, which held its 36th edition last month in the picturesque seaside town of Dinard, Brittany.First, we chat with Dominique Green, Artistic Director of Dinard, who shares insights into the festival’s vision, programming, and what makes it such a unique event on the film calendar. At the festival, Associate Editor Gemma Creagh caught up with writer/director Damian

00:44:08

Presents: 'The UnReal' Writer Rodney Lee & Director...

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2025/10/17

In this Film Ireland podcast, Conor Bryce talks to Writer Rodney Lee & Director Bonnie Dempsey about their live-action family thriller TV series 'The Unreal'. Originally commissioned by RTE, series 2 begins airing October 26th.In the first series, the Kelly family discovered they were actually fictional characters who had escaped from a 1980s TV sitcom into the real world. Now, one year later, the Kellys are just trying to live a normal life. But when they visit a spooky, run-down hotel to

01:09:53

State of the Arts: Ciarán Donnelly (Dir: Wheel of...

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2025/10/13

In this debut episode of the State of the Arts Podcast, host filmmaker and writer Des Doyle chats with Ciarán Donnelly, BAFTA and multiple IFTA award-winning Director/Producer, and co-creator of Kin. Produced in partnership with Film Ireland and supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland through the Screen Stakeholders Funding Scheme, the series explores the creative processes, industry challenges, and new opportunities that both Irish & international creatives face in ever-evolving artistic

00:50:39

Johnathan Young, Executive Producer at May One and...

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2025/09/29

Today, we are partnering with Words Across Europe to welcome Johnathan Young, Executive Producer at May One and former VP of Original Programming and Production at HBO Central Europe.Words Across Europe is an innovative, paid programme that provides participants with a deep understanding of the broader industry landscape, along with the confidence to navigate series writing for television. Most exciting of all, the programme takes place entirely in virtual reality. Johnathan is one of the

00:45:14

Dave Byrne, Director of 'Sunphlowers'

Film Ireland Podcast ·

2025/09/27

In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Dave Byrne, Director of Sunphlowers.This podcast has been made possible with the support of Screen Ireland. Set against an agricultural backdrop, Catherine finds her husband dead in one of their glasshouses. In putting his affairs in order, the extent of secrecy and destruction her late husband Michael has left in his wake, forces Catherine to take a long hard look at the direction of the remainder of her life. In the days that follow, Catherine

00:27:31

Presents: Paul Sng, Director of 'Irvine Welsh:...

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2025/08/22

In this Film Ireland podcast, Naemi Victoria talks to Paul Sng, Director of Irvine Welsh: Reality Is Not Enough, which had its World Premiere at the Edinburgh International Film Festival on 20th August 2025.This intimate documentary explores the life, legacy, and creative genius behind groundbreaking novels like 'Trainspotting', 'Crime', and 'Filth'. Narrated by an all-star cast including Liam Neeson, Maxine Peake, Nick Cave, Ruth Negga, and Stephen Graham, the film follows Welsh as he embarks on

00:53:27

Presents: Julia Dahmen, Sarah Beeby & Alba Fernandez...

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2025/08/01

In this Film Ireland podcast, we focus on GAZE International LGBTQIA Film Festival and chat to filmmakers Julia Dahmen (Somewhere Between You & Me) and Sarah Beeby (Gardening), whose shorts are screening at the festival.Ahead of that, we introduce Alba Fernandez to talk about the QUEER TALENT DATABASE, which will be launched at the festival on 4th August. https://gaze.ie/ https://filmireland.net

00:51:24

Galway Film Fleadh Podcast:: Malcolm Willis,...

Film Ireland Podcast ·

2025/07/11

We are delighted to be partnering with the Galway Film Fleadh to bring you a series of podcasts spotlighting filmmakers whose work is screening at this year’s festival.In this podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Malcolm Willis, co-director of The Essence of Eva with Alex Fegan, which premieres at this year’s festival. The Galway Film Fleadh runs 8-13 July 2025. Featuring previously unheard songs, and exclusive archival footage, Eva paints a vivid portrait of legendary singer Eva Cassidy, from the

00:59:27

Presents: Gar O'Rourke, Director of 'Sanatorium' at...

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2025/07/07

We are delighted to be partnering with the Galway Film Fleadh to bring you a series of podcasts spotlighting filmmakers whose work is screening at this year’s festival. In this podcast Gemma Creagh talks to Gar O’Rourke, Director of Sanatorium, which screens at this year’s festival. And introducing Fleadh programmer Holly Buckley, who casts an eye over the programme. The Galway Film Fleadh runs 8-13 July 2025. On the outskirts of Odesa, stands Kuyalnyk Sanatorium. Each summer, thousands of

00:52:18

Docs Ireland Podcast: José Miguel Jiménez, Director...

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2025/06/20

In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to José Miguel Jiménez, Director of 'Amanda', which is screening at Docs Ireland (23-29 June 2025). And introducing Festival Programmer Stuart Sloan.Amanda has painted in isolation for years, using art as both expression and refuge. Now, she must face the challenge of speaking out about a painful past she wishes to leave behind. Once institutionalised and labeled by others, Amanda reclaims her narrative through her unique canvases — works that

00:41:07

Modern Lanternist Jeremy Brooker and Writer Stephen...

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2025/06/13

In this Film Ireland podcast Gemma Creagh talks to Modern Lanternist Jeremy Brooker who is in Dublin as part of the Bloomsday Film Festival (11-16 June). The Festival presents A Magic Lantern Odyssey on Saturday, 14th June at 7pm in Belvedere College, a live Magic Lantern performance based on Ulysses.We’re also delighted to welcome Irish screenwriter Stephen Shields on to the podcast to talk to Matthew Briody about the craft of writing across genres in film and television, creating strong

00:55:55

Presents: Frank Durant, Meghan Mickela & Waris...

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2025/05/29

Gene Wilder with an Irish brogue? In this very special episode of the Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh chats with New England filmmaker Frank Durant, who has travelled to Dublin to explore the locations featured in the 1970s Gene Wilder film Quackser Fortune Has a Cousin in the Bronx. Joining him on this nostalgic journey is Ireland-based filmmaker Meghan Mickela, who is documenting the experience.Later in the episode, we were very privileged to catch up with Quackser director Waris Hussein, who

00:39:39

Presents: Alessandra Celesia, Director of 'The Flats'

Film Ireland Podcast ·

2025/05/22

In this Film Ireland podcast Gemma Creagh talks to Alessandra Celesia, Director of The Flats.Joe and his Belfast neighbors reenact childhood memories from the violent Troubles era in their Catholic district, exploring the collective experiences that shaped their lives and community. The Flats is in cinemas from 23rd May 2025. https://filmireland.net/

03:42:26

WCOS Podcast: 2024 World Conference of Screenwriters...

Film Ireland Podcast ·

2025/04/18

We are delighted to partner with the Writers' Guild of Ireland to bring you 2 very special podcasts of panels and discussions from the 2024 World Conference of Screenwriters, an international gathering of screenwriters and Writers Guilds from all around the world, which took place in Galway, 2 – 3 October 2024.This first podcast features Day 1's proceedings, beginning with: Irish Retrospective Bringing together some key players in the building of the Writers' Guild of Ireland gather for a lively

00:47:27

Stephen Bradley, Director of 'Fran the Man'

Film Ireland Podcast ·

2025/04/10

In the Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Stephen Bradley , Director of 'Fran the Man'.Comedy mockumentary Fran the Man is based on the much-loved original TV show ‘Fran’ which aired on Setanta Sports and TV3 from 2009-2011. Darragh Humphreys reprises his starring role as Fran Costello which sees him working undercover to save the beautiful game from match-fixing. Humphreys is joined by an ensemble of Irish comedic talent including Ardal O’Hanlon, Amy Huberman, Risteárd Cooper, Toni

00:59:54

Presents: Darren Thornton, Director/Co-Writer of Four...

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2025/04/04

In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Darren Thornton, Director/Co-Writer of Four Mothers.Over a chaotic weekend, Edward has to juggle his burgeoning career with the care of four eccentric, combative, and wildly different ladies. Four Mothers is a tender and heartwarming comedy that is set to delight cinema audiences next year with a stellar cast including James McArdle, Fionnula Flanagan, Dearbhla Molloy, Stella McCusker, Niamh Cusack, Paddy Glynn, Rory O’Neill, Gordon Hickey and

00:54:45

Introducing starGAZE Participants Pradeep...

Film Ireland Podcast ·

2025/03/31

In this podcast, Film Ireland is delighted to partner with the National Talent Academy for Film & TV and GAZE International LGBTQIA Film Festival as we’re joined by three participants from their fantastic starGAZE programme. This is a platform for LGBTQIA talent that provides access to Irish and international creatives, full festival access, and mentorship with an established LGBTQIA filmmaker. In this episode we are joined by Pradeep Mahadeshwar, Ian Fallon & Liadán Roche to talk about their craft

00:53:03

John Farrelly, Writer/Director of 'An Taibhse'

Film Ireland Podcast ·

2025/03/28

In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to John Farrelly, Writer/Director of An Taibhse.An Taibhse unfolds in the bleak landscape of post-famine Ireland,exploring the profound hardships faced by its people. The narrative centres around Éamon (Tom Kerrisk) and his daughter Máire (Livvy Hill), who take on the task of maintaining a remote mansion , only to be driven to the edge of sanity by the horrors lurking within. Their task, initially serene, veers into terror as they encounter

00:54:43

Presents: StarGAZE Participants Alba Fernandez,...

Film Ireland Podcast ·

2025/03/21

In this podcast, Film Ireland is delighted to partner with the National Talent Academy for Film & TV and GAZE International LGBTQIA Film Festival as we're joined by three participants from their fantastic starGAZE programme. This is a platform for LGBTQIA talent that provides access to Irish and international creatives, full festival access, and mentorship with an established LGBTQIA filmmaker.Listen back as cinematographer Alba Fernandez, producer and screenwriter Philip Emo, and director and

00:55:41

Presents: Chris Brennan, Filmmaker, Screenwriter &...

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2025/03/14

In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to filmmaker, screenwriter, marketing specialist and long-time Film Ireland friend Chris Brennan about his journey into filmaking and his move into marketing, professional communication, and branding. Chris Brennan Chris Brennan is an accomplished filmmaker, screenwriter, and marketing specialist. He co-directed the feature drama Keys to the City and wrote the feature comedy The Light of Day. Combining dynamic storytelling with marketing

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