Category Archives: Irish Film

Cillian Murphy GQ interview

Cillian Murphy

In the latest Cillian Murphy GQ interview, the Cork native talks about his unimpeachable body of work as one of our most versatile actors, while somehow also staying cleverly out of sight. Now, as an Oscar front-runner, the OPPENHEIMER star pulls back the curtain on how director Christopher Nolan chose him for the role of his career. The result was one of the most watched and most acclaimed films of 2023—a nearly billion-dollar blockbuster about a tormented genius (and, yes, the father of the atomic bomb). 

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Daryl McCormack in TWISTERS

Daryl McCormack

Universal Pictures has released the official trailer for TWISTERS, starring rising Irish talent and PEAKY BLINDERS star Daryl McCormack. The film, a sequel to TWISTER is set to become a big Summer 2024 blockbuster and is described as a “new chapter” of the 1996 movie. The original TWISTER followed a team of storm-chasers as they hunt down the most powerful tornado in decades. TWISTERS is set to release on July 19th, 2024.

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MY FILM FIRSTS with Domnhall Gleeson

Domhnall Gleeson

Irish actor Domhnall Gleeson (ALICE AND JACK, THE PATIENT, WHITE HOUSE PLUMBERS) shares his first film memories, including the reason he could never rewatch Spielburg’s E.T, his obsession with the Coen brothers and Alan Partridge, watching his father Brendan Gleeson on set of BRAVEHEART and his upcoming TV project ALICE AND JACK with Andrea Riseborough which lands on PBS this St. Patrick’s Day.

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Brendan Gleeson for H IS FOR HAWK

Brendan Gleeson

Irish Oscar nominee Brendan Gleeson (THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN) and two time Emmy and Golden Globe winner Clair Foy (ALL OF US STRANGERS) are set to take on leading roles in the film adaptation of Helen Macdonald’s memoir H IS FOR HAWK. A true story, the film follows Helen (Foy) as she grieves the death of her father (Gleeson) and sparks an unlikely friendship with a stubborn hawk named Mabel, rediscovering beauty and life through the unique bond. 

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Gleeson on Ireland’s cultural success

Domhnall Gleeson

ALICE AND JACK star Domnhall Gleeson is doing the interview rounds in advance of the Valentine’s Day premiere of his new tv series. The STAR WARS star and son of actor Brendan Gleeson appeared on this week’s Late Late Show valentines special with Aisling Bea and Laura Whitemore. “I’m very very proud to be Irish and seeing all these amazing Irish actors and actresses just absolutely, and writers as well, so many amazing Irish books, bands and directors,” he said.

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BELFAST now on Netflix

Belfast

Kenneth Branagh‘s award-wining film, BELFAST, can now be streamed on Netflix. A poignant coming-of-age film set in the turbulent backdrop of 1960s Northern Ireland, BELFAST follows the story of a young boy named Buddy as he navigates the complexities of family, love, and sectarian strife. Against the backdrop of escalating violence, Buddy’s childhood innocence is both a refuge and a vulnerability. Director Kenneth Branagh beautifully captures the essence of community, resilience, and the enduring power of hope in the face of adversity with incredible performances by Jamie Dornan, Caitriona Balfe and Ciaran Hinds.

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Jessie Buckley to narrate LONG ISLAND

Jessie Buckley

WICKED LITTLE LETTERS actor Jessie Buckley will narrate Colm Tóibín’s “masterful” novel LONG ISLAND for release on 23rd May. Billed as Picador’s “biggest book of 2024”, LONG ISLAND features the return of Tóibín’s character Eilis Lacey 20 years after the events in BROOKLYN, Tóibín’s 2009 novel. Eilis is living with her husband Tony Fiorello and her children on Long Island when shocking news brings Eilis backs to Ireland.

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Irish Film

Liam Neeson in RETRIBUTION

Liam Neeson

Liam Neeson, an iconic actor, forged a remarkable career, evolving from dramatic roles to action hero. His talent and versatility captivated audiences worldwide, leaving an enduring legacy! You can now watch the Irish acting legend Liam Neeson in RETRIBUTION, now streaming on Amazon Prime. Neeson plays Matt Turner, a Berlin-based investment banker whose workaholism has driven a wedge between him and his wife Heather (Embeth Davidtz) and kids Zach (Jack Champion) and Emily (Lilly Aspell). 

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