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Underground Cinema Reel Talk

Step into the world of independent filmmaking with Underground Cinema, the official podcast where we spotlight the bold voices shaping the future of cinema. Each episode features in-depth interviews with indie filmmakers, actors, and creators who share their journeys, creative processes, and the stories behind their films. Whether it"s breaking down the art of guerrilla filmmaking, exploring niche genres, or discussing the challenges of working outside the studio system, we bring you authentic,

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00:27:43

Nepenthe: An Interview With Harvey Harrison Doyle

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/10/31

In this episode of the Underground Cinema Podcast, we chat with Harvey Harrison Doyle, the writer and director of Nepenthe, a beautifully haunting psychological drama set against the backdrop of the English countryside.The film has been nominated Best Horror Film at the 16th Underground Cinema Film Awards

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00:27:39

Civil: An Interview With Robert McCarthy & Gerry Cannon

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/10/31

In this episode, we talk with Rob McCarthy, the writer, director, and lead actor of Civil, joined by Gerry Cannon, who has been nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the 16th Underground Cinema Film Awards. Rob has also received a Rising Star nomination for his debut as a director.Civil is a story about resilience, injustice, and the quiet strength found in ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances.

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00:34:28

Coming Second: An Interview With The Cast & Crew

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/10/31

In this episode, we sit down with the creative team behind Coming Second, a sharp and heartfelt comedy nominated for Best Comedy at the 16th Underground Cinema Film Awards.Set in small-town Ireland, Coming Second tells the story of Abigail, a young woman from an ultra-religious family who receives shocking news she’s pregnant with the Second Coming of Christ. Torn between faith, family, and her own identity, Abigail’s journey unfolds with humour, warmth, and emotional depth.Joining us are director

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00:45:45

Dreamtown: An Interview With The Cast and Crew

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/10/31

Aging rockers, fading dreams, and the beauty of letting go, the team behind Dreamtown joins us to talk truth, music, and redemption.”

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00:25:58

Come Out, Wherever You Are: An Interview With Dan Burns

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/10/29

In this episode, we speak with writer and producer Dan Burns, whose powerful short film Come Out, Wherever You Are has been nominated for Best International Short Film at the 16th Underground Cinema Film Awards.The film tells the story of Vernon Parrish, a retired mayor seeking peace in rural Montana — until a mysterious global event turns solitude into survival. Described as “Yellowstone meets The Twilight Zone,” the film blends western drama with sci-fi intrigue, exploring our dependence on

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00:27:24

Into The Silence: An Interview With Michael Antonio...

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/10/26

In this episode, we chat with filmmaker Michael Antonio Keane, writer and director of Into the Silence — a powerful short film nominated for Best Student Film at the 16th Underground Cinema Film Awards.Set against the backdrop of Ireland’s 1990s acid house rave movement, Into the Silence follows a young DJ navigating grief, trauma, and creative rebirth

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00:24:06

Ribbit: An Interview With Oisin Moroney

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/10/24

In this episode we sit down with filmmaker Oisín Moroney to talk about his poignant and beautifully crafted short film Ribbit. The film tells the story of a family whose fragile peace is shattered by a move to a new home. As the young parents grapple with the pressures of change and uncertainty, their son becomes increasingly adrift and isolated — a quiet, heartbreaking exploration of family, disconnection, and the unspoken struggles that lie beneath the surface.Oisín shares insight into the

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00:27:28

The House That Was Not

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/10/24

In this episode, we sit down with filmmaker Dean, writer, director, and production designer of the haunting period horror The House That Was Not, nominated for Best Production Design at the 16th Underground Cinema Film Awards.Set on the desolate prairies of 1870s Kansas, the film follows an Irish immigrant and her American husband as they confront strange and unsettling forces in their isolated homestead. What begins as a ghost story becomes something deeper, a meditation on grief, trauma, and the

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00:27:02

Ogham: An Interview With Deirdre Bolger

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/10/23

In this episode we talk with Deirdre Bolger, the talented production designer behind the haunting and visually striking film Ogham.Set in a world devastated by catastrophe, Ogham follows Eoin, a bereaved father living in isolation on a mountainside after losing his family to the chaos that has consumed the land. When a failed hunt leaves him gravely injured, Eoin is forced to abandon the safety of his cave and confront the harsh, unforgiving world below — a journey that tests the limits of

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00:25:03

Matriarch: An Interview With Luke Corcoran & Joan...

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/10/22

Welcome to the Underground Cinema Podcast, where we shine a light on the incredible filmmakers and storytellers behind this year’s Underground Cinema Film Awards.Joining us today is Luke Corcoran, the creative force behind Matriarch, to talk about his inspiration for the film, his approach to its complex female characters, and his journey as a writer and director. We’re also delighted to welcome Joan Fleetwood, who delivers a commanding performance as the Matriarch and has been nominated for Best

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00:33:28

Small Mercies: An Interview With Sinead Monaghan and...

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/10/20

In this episode, we sit down with Conor Slattery, the multi-award-winning director, DOP, and editor of Small Mercies, and Sinéad Monaghan, the film’s producer and lead actress, who has been nominated for Best Actress at the 16th Underground Cinema Film Awards.Small Mercies is a raw and intimate two-hander that delves into the emotional wreckage left behind after tragedy fractures a once-loving relationship. Balancing anger, humor, and heartbreak, the film captures the painful yet deeply human

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00:28:14

Demon Hunter: Time 2 Kill - An Interview With Zoe...

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/10/17

An interview with director Zoe Kavanagh whose film Demon Hunter: Time 2 Kill has been nominated for Best Horror Film and Best Editor at the 16th Underground Cinema Film Awards

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00:27:58

Dance With The Cranes - An Interview With Pádraig J...

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/10/16

An interview with Pádraig J Dunne whose film Dance with the Cranes has been nominated for four awards at the 16th Underground Cinema Film Awards. best Short Iris hFilm, Best Director, Best Screenplay and Best ensemble Cast.

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00:26:21

The Pursuit Of Forgiveness - An Interview With Thomas...

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/10/15

An interview with director Thomas McQuillan whose film The Pursuit Of Forgiveness has been nominated for a Best Actress Award for Niamh Loiuse McGuigan

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00:29:56

Freya Beyond The Mat: An Interviews With Arthur Lopes...

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2025/09/19

In this episode, we sit down with Arthur Lopes, director of Freya: Beyond The Mat, and Alberto Rocha, the film’s producer, to discuss their beautifully crafted documentary about one young athlete’s extraordinary journey through the world of competitive jiu-jitsu.Freya: Beyond The Mat follows a ten-year-old girl whose quiet strength, relentless determination, and boundless family support carry her across continents in pursuit of her dream. What begins as a portrait of a promising young athlete grows

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00:25:11

Ariane's Baby: An Interview Mahée Merica

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2024/11/28

An interview with Mahée Merica who's film Ariane's Baby won Best Horror Film at the 15th Underground Cinema Film Awards

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00:29:58

A Quare Racket: An Interview With Zoe Carlin

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2024/11/28

An interview with Zoe Carlin, who's film A Quare Racket was nominated Best Comedy at the 15th Underground Cinema Film Awards

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00:34:02

Trouble: An Interview With Jonathan C. Creasy

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2024/11/28

An interview with Jonathan C. Creasy, producer and write of the short film Trouble which has been nominated in the Best Costume Category at the 15th Underground Cinema Awards

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00:32:51

Jasmine & Haptic: An Interview With Ellen Costa

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2024/11/28

An interview with Ellen Costa who's film Jasmine has been nominated Best International Film at the 15th Underground Cinema Awards. Ellen has also been nominated Best Actress for her performance in the short film Haptic directed by Baz Black

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00:30:14

Come Away With Me: An Interview With Audrey Bridgeman...

Underground Cinema Reel Talk ·

2024/11/21

An Interview With Audrey Bridgeman & John Bermingham who's music video Come Away With Me has been nominated Best Music Video at the 15th Underground Cinema Film Awards

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