Best Filmbase Podcasts (2025)

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Presents: Margo Harkin Radical Witness 1:17:35

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In this episode of Film Ireland Presents, we chat with Margo Harkin, an accomplished and masterful filmmaker who has been directing and producing fiction and documentary work for over forty years. Her films span many aspects of life on the island of Ireland, from chronicling Northern Ireland’s political history, to examining the systemic oppression…

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Presents: Horseshoe Actor Carolyn Bracken & Producer Mo O'Connell / Doc Filmmaker Nathan Fagan 46:14

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In this episode of the Film Ireland Podcast, we celebrate two great new Irish films.First, Mo O’Connell chats with actor Carolyn Bracken about their feature Horseshoe, which is released in cinemas on 5th December. Mo, an accomplished actor herself, and a producer on the award-winning family dramedy, chats with about their Carolyn about their exciti…

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Presents: Daire Collins and Ian Thuillier Talking Documentary 57:10

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In this episode of the Film Ireland Podcast, supported by Coimisiún na Meán, we shine a light on two powerful new documentaries.First, we catch up with director Daire Collins to discuss Beo Faoin Bhfód (Buried Alive), the story of two Irish daredevils who vied for the world record for the longest time spent buried alive, which recently aired on TG4…

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Presents: DICFF Festival Director Mo O'Connell & Filmmaker Laoisa Sexton 45:27

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In this Film Ireland Podcast, we’re shining a spotlight on the Dublin International Comedy Film Festival (DICFF), which returns for its sixth edition from 27th - 30th November, to Tailors’ Hall, The Liberties.First up, festival director Mo O’Connell talks through this year’s jam-packed programme.Then we have a live recording from the first heat of …

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State of the Arts: Showrunner Steven S. DeKnight (Spartacus: House of Ashur) with host Des Doyle 1:09:10

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In the latest episode of the State of the Arts Podcast, host filmmaker and writer Des Doyle chats with Steven S. DeKnight, acclaimed screenwriter, director, producer, and creator/showrunner behind some of the most influential genre series of the past two decades.Produced in partnership with Film Ireland and supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland t…

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Presents: Actor Bríd Brennan (Aontas) & Enter Yes Vicki Rock & Kris Kelly 55:21

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In today’s Film Ireland podcast, we are delighted to partner with two wonderful film festivals. Last month at the Dinard British & Irish Film Festival, we caught up with acclaimed actor Bríd Brennan to talk about her extraordinary career on stage and screen, as well as her powerful performance as Cait in her latest film, Aontas.We’ll also be report…

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Presents: Filmmakers Brendan Canty & David Kittredge & CIFF Programming Director 1:14:03

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In this Film Ireland Podcast, we're delighted to partner with the Cork International Film Festival, which runs until the 16th of November. In this very special episode, we highlight some of the standout films in this year’s line-up. First, IMRO Award-winning journalist and reviewer Yuliia Riabova speaks with Aurélie Godet, Cork International Film F…

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On the Ground: A look Back at Dinard British & Irish Film Festival 1:10:29

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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,…

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State of the Arts: Bestselling Author Catherine Doyle (The Dagger and the Flame) with host Des Doyle 1:04:11

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In the latest episode of the State of the Arts Podcast, host filmmaker and writer Des Doyle chats with Catherine Doyle, internationally bestselling and award-winning author of The Dagger and the Flame, The Rebel And The Rose and The Storm Keeper trilogy.Produced in partnership with Film Ireland and supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland through th…

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Presents: Writer/Director Stroma Cairns on The Son and the Sea at Belfast Film Festival 34:45

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In this episode of the Film Ireland Podcast, we’re celebrating filmmaking, storytelling, and cinema across the island of Ireland - with a special focus on the Belfast Film Festival, which runs from October 30th to November 8th.We begin with Rose Baker, Head Programmer of the festival, who shares insights into this year’s exciting lineup.Then, we’re…

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Presents: 'The Unreal' Writer Rodney Lee & Director Bonnie Dempsey 44:08

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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 si…

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State of the Arts: Ciarán Donnelly (Dir: Wheel of Time, Vikings/Co-creator: Kin) with Des Doyle 1:09:53

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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 explo…

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Presents: John Kelly, Retirement Plan & Myrid Carten, A Want in Her 1:07:19

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In this episode of the Film Ireland Podcast, we are delighted to partner with the Dinard British and Irish Film Festival, which held its 36th edition last weekend in the picturesque seaside town of Dinard, Brittany.The episode features filmmaker John Kelly, whose animated short Retirement Plan - winner of both the Jury and Audience Awards at SXSW -…

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On the Ground: Birdsong Live Q&A with Ross Whitaker at Newcastle West Film Club 42:14

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Presents: Johnathan Young, May One EP/former Original Programming & Production VP HBO Central Europe 50:39

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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 …

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Presents: Dave Byrne, Director of 'Sunphlowers' 45:14

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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 Mic…

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Presents: Donncha Gilmore, Writer/Director of 'Girls & Boys' 1:01:23

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In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks with Donncha Gilmore, Director of 'Girls & Boys'Girls & Boys tells the story of rugby player Jace meeting aspiring filmmaker Charlie at a college party. Both attend Trinity, but their worlds couldn’t be more different—Charlie is trans, her circle full of queer artists and creatives, while Jace sticks…

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Presents: Director of Film Classification Dr Ciarán Kissane 41:59

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In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Ciarán Kissane, Director of Irish Film Classification Office (IFCO).This podcast has been made possible with the support of Screen Ireland.https://www.filmireland.net/essay-in-the-name-of-the-censor/IFCO & Screen Ireland: Classify an Irish Short FilmAs part of this year’s Culture Night, the Irish …

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Presents: Steven Benedict, Director of 'A Lady of Paris' at Meath Film Festival Podcast: 48:11

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The Meath Film Festival takes place at the Solstice in Navan on 13-14 September 2025, full details are on the website at Meathfilm.ieIn this Film Ireland podcast, shorts programmer for the festival and Film Ireland contributor Mick Jordan talks to director Steven Benedict about his new film A Lady of Paris, which is screening at the festival.Steven…

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Presents: Alan O'Gorman, Writer of 'Christy' 41:34

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In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Alan O'Gorman, Writer of 'Christy'.17-year-old Christy is at a crossroads. Kicked out of his suburban foster home, he moves in with his estranged older brother Shane and his young family. As far as Shane is concerned this is a temporary arrangement, but Christy begins to feel at home on Cork's wor…

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Presents: Producer Peter Kilmartin & Director Ailill Martin on the Netflix Documentary Talent Fund 31:55

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In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Producer Peter Kilmartin & Director Ailill Martin, whose film 'The Good Farmer and the Failed Son' won the Netflix Documentary Talent Fund.This podcast has been made possible with the support of Screen Ireland. This story follows Jack, a performance artist, and his father Bryan, as they face an un…

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Presents: Paul Sng, Director of 'Irvine Welsh: Reality Is Not Enough' 27:31

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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…

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Screen Sessions Live: Casting Director Maureen Hughes in Conversation with Mo O’Connell 47:35

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In December 2024, we were thrilled to host our Screen Sessions live event, an afternoon of in-depth conversations on craft, career and creativity between talent from the Irish Screen industries - made possible with the support of Screen Ireland and hosted by our partners Griffith College.We are now delighted to bring you the three live conversation…

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2024 World Conference of Screenwriters – Day 2 4:16:37

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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.Day 2This second podcast features Day…

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Presents: Julia Dahmen, Sarah Beeby & Alba Fernandez at GAZE 53:27

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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 …

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Presents: In Conversation with Cinematographer Roy H. Wagner 55:08

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In this episode of the Film Ireland podcast, filmmaker and contributor Paul Farren sits down for a conversation with legendary cinematographer Roy H. Wagner ASC. With a career spanning decades, Wagner has brought his keen eye to storytelling, capturing an array of worlds on camera, from Beauty and the Beast to CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.Paul an…

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On the Ground: FrightFest Co-Director Greg Day & Filmmakers Ali Cook & Paul Boyd 1:16:38

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In this episode of the Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh sits down with FrightFest co-director Greg Day. She also catches up with filmmakers Ali Cook and Paul Boyd, whose films both premiered at this fantastic and terrifying strand of horror at the BAFTA-qualifying Glasgow Film Festival. Dubbed “the Woodstock of Gore” by Guillermo del Toro, Pigeon…

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Presents: Malcolm Willis, Co-Director of 'The Essence of Eva' at Galway Film Fleadh 51:24

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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 Jul…

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Presents: Gar O'Rourke, Director of 'Sanatorium' at Galway Film Fleadh 59:27

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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 o…

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Presents: Ross Whitaker, Director of 'Beat The Lotto' 43:24

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In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Ross Whitaker about his latest documentary, Beat The Lotto.When downtrodden 1980s Ireland inaugurated a National Lottery the people began to dream. For Cork-based mathematician Stefan Klincewicz, it was an obsession. Spotting a flaw in the system, he recruited a ragtag team of chancers, and master…

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Presents: Aisha Tyler, Director of 'I Hope We Can Still Be Friends' at Galway Film Fleadh 53:15

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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 talking to Aisha Tyler to talk about her debut feature shot in Ireland, 'I Hope We Can Still Be Friends'.The Galway Film Fleadh runs 8-13 July 2025.A h…

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Shorts Focus: Galway Film Fleadh Filmmakers Roundtable 2025 48:30

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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 3 filmmakers about their short films: Georgie Cowan-Turner (The Generators), Caleb J. Roberts (Purebred) and Katie-Ruby Mclaughlin Robinson (Sa…

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Presents: José Miguel Jiménez, Director of 'Amanda' & Docs Ireland Programmer & Stuart Sloan 52:18

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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). We also catch up with Festival Programmer Stuart Sloan about this years' line up. Amanda has painted in isolation for years, using art as both expression and refuge. Now, she must face the challenge of…

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Presents: Modern Lanternist Jeremy Brooker and Writer Stephen Shields 'Abigail' 41:07

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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 screenwrit…

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Industry Focus: Producing People, Projects in Partnerships Panel in Mayo 39:20

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In May earlier this year in Ballina Arts Centre, we were thrilled to host Local Voices, Global Stories: Celebrating Screen Creative Talent in partnership with Mayo-based production company HeartFelt Drama and the National Talent Academy for Film & TV Drama and Film Mayo.This live event consisted of two panels which showcased the work of talented pr…

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Presents: Frank Durant, Meghan Mickela & Waris Hussein on Quackser Fortune Has a Cousin in the Bronx 55:55

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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 filmmak…

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Presents: Alessandra Celesia, Director of 'The Flats' 39:39

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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/…

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On the Ground: Feargal Ward & Sophie Somerville at Berlinale 55:38

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In this special Film Ireland podcast, Naemi Victoria talks to Feargal Ward (Tin City) & Sophie Somerville (Fwends), whose films both premiered at Berlinale in 2025.By Film Ireland

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Presents: Director Lorcan Finnegan & Writer Thomas Martin of 'The Surfer' 32:29

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In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Director Lorcan Finnegan & Writer Thomas Martin about their film The Surfer.A man returns to the idyllic beach of his childhood to surf with his son, but is humiliated by a group of powerful locals and drawn into a conflict that rises with the punishing heat of the summer and pushes him right to h…

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Presents: Mark O'Connor & Luke McQuillan Amongst The Wolves/Emma Whelan Young Filmmaker of the Year 45:01

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In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Director & Co-Writer Mark O’Connor and Co-Writer & Actor Luke McQuillan about their film 'Amongst The Wolves'.Also we chat to Finglas teenager Emma Whelan who was recently named Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year at the annual Fresh Film Festival for her film Abhaile, which she wrote, directed,…

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Presents: YIFM at Cannes & Talking TITE with founder James Hudson & filmmaker Theda Hammel 1:07:41

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In this episode of the Film Ireland podcast, we are excited to look the TRANS IMAGE / TRANS EXPERIENCE (TITE) FILM FESTIVAL, which takes place from 25–27 April 2025 at the Light House Cinema in Dublin. We begin by speaking with James Hudson, the festival founder.Then we are joined by Theda Hammel, whose remarkable debut feature, Stress Positions, w…

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WGI Podcast: 2024 World Conference of Screenwriters - Day 1 3:42:26

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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 pr…

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Presents: Stephen Bradley, Director of 'Fran the Man' 47:27

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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 beautifu…

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Presents: Darren Thornton, Director/Co-Writer of Four Mothers & Holt Premiere 59:54

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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 …

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Presents: starGAZE Participants Pradeep Mahadeshwar, Ian Fallon & Liadán Roche 54:45

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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 me…

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Presents: John Farrelly, Writer/Director of 'An Taibhse' 53:03

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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 man…

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Presents: StarGAZE Participants Alba Fernandez, Philip Emo & Hiram Harrington 54:43

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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 me…

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Presents: Chris Brennan, Filmmaker, Screenwriter & Marketing specialist 55:41

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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 BrennanChris Brennan is an accomplished filmmaker, screenwriter, and marketing specialist. He c…

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Presents: Travis Nelson, Actor. 40:21

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In this Film Ireland Podcast, award-winning writer director and documentary filmmaker Roisin Kearney talks to actor Travis Nelson.Travis has been acting internationally since 2009 and has starred in Netflix’s The Recruit, and Amazon’s The Lake. Recently he’s been working in Ireland, having starred in dlr First Frames funded short Conveyance, and Bl…

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Screen Sessions: Breege Rowley & Jérôme Eltabet on Editing 55:16

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In partnership with Screen Ireland, we are delighted to present Screen Sessions – a series of in-depth conversations on craft between talent from the Screen industries.In this very special podcast, Director & Editor Breege Rowley talks to fellow Editor Jérôme Eltabet, who worked on one of the standout films of 2024, The Substance, which received 5 …