IN PROCESS: RUTH NEGGA
The recent Vanity Fair piece on Riley Keough’s IN PROCESS series is a timely reminder of the deep well of creativity thriving in Hollywood. While Keough’s exploration of artistic evolution promises to be captivating, it also begs us to turn our attention to an actress who consistently embodies the very essence of “process” through her transformative performances: the incomparable Ruth Negga. This past year, and looking ahead, Negga has solidified her position as one of the most compelling and versatile talents working today. Her choices are consistently bold, her portrayals deeply nuanced, and her impact on screen nothing short of profound.
Currently captivating audiences, Ruth Negga’s role as Barbara Sabich in Apple TV+’s PRESUMED INNOCENT is a standout. Starring opposite Jake Gyllenhaal, Negga delivers a performance that is a masterclass in controlled intensity and emotional depth. As the wife navigating the fallout of a shocking murder accusation, Negga deftly portrays the complexities of loyalty, suspicion, and personal grief. Her ability to convey so much with a subtle glance or a quiet word is a testament to her immense skill. It’s no surprise that she’s generating Emmy buzz for this role, initially even being considered for a lead submission, before shifting to supporting – a category where her impactful presence will undoubtedly be felt.
Last year, Negga showcased her range in Dan Levy’s directorial debut, GOOD GRIEF for Netflix. In this intimate exploration of loss and the enduring power of friendship, Negga, alongside Levy and Himesh Patel, navigates the messy, often contradictory emotions of grieving. Her portrayal of Sophie is grounded and deeply human, adding layers of authenticity to a story that resonates with anyone who has faced profound sorrow. It’s a testament to her ability to anchor a film with a quiet yet powerful presence.
While not strictly “recent” in the last 12 months, it’s impossible to discuss Ruth Negga’s impact without highlighting her utterly breathtaking performance as Clare Bellew in Rebecca Hall’s PASSING. This black-and-white film, exploring racial identity and self-discovery in 1920s New York, saw Negga deliver a tour-de-force. Her Golden Globe and BAFTA nominations for Best Supporting Actress, and her Independent Spirit Award win, speak volumes about the critical acclaim she garnered. Her performance was a delicate dance between vulnerability and defiance, capturing the inherent tragedy and societal pressures of her character’s existence.
The exciting news continues with Negga attached to star and executive produce the limited drama series JOSEPHINE a raw and unflinching look at the life of the legendary Jazz performer and civil rights activist Josephine Baker. This project promises to be a monumental undertaking, and there is no doubt Negga will bring her characteristic depth and power to this iconic role.
Ruth Negga doesn’t just act; she inhabits. Her commitment to her craft, her fearless exploration of complex characters, and her ability to evoke profound emotion are what truly set her apart. As we celebrate the “in process” journeys of artists like Riley Keough, let us also celebrate and champion the already accomplished and continuously evolving artistry of Ruth Negga – a true luminary of the screen whose work leaves an indelible mark.
🎭 From Shakespeare to a Beatle: Paul Mescal is doing the impossible!
Oscar-nominated Irish actor Paul Mescal is taking on TWO iconic roles that prove he`s one of the most fearless actors working today.
Watch Paul`s latest interview at irishfilmtv.com.
Kerry Condon`s brief but powerful performance in TRAIN DREAMS is pitch perfect.
She inhabits her character with quiet competence, moving through a male-dominated world with both caution and grace.
Watch now on @netflix!
🎬 HAMNET stars to receive Vanguard Award at the Palm Springs International Film Awards!
A stunning meditation on love`s fragility and art`s power to transform suffering into transcendence. This is Irish talent at its absolute finest on the world stage.
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Netflix just quietly dropped a crime thriller you`ve been sleeping on, and Brendan Gleeson`s performance alone makes it mandatory viewing.
MR MERCEDES, Stephen King`s dark detective series that somehow flew under the radar, is finally streaming – and it`s everything fans of slow-burn psychological thrillers have been craving.
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Andrew Scott is about to steal another movie and we`re absolutely here for it! 🔍
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Scott plays bestselling author Lee Ross, one of several suspects in a seemingly impossible murder that rocks a small town`s religious community.
More at irishfilmtv.com.
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Now on @amazonprime, the film follows Lionel, a shy musician from a Kentucky farm in the 1910s, who meets David White (Josh O`Connor) at the New England Conservatory.
More at irishfilmtv.com.
For more than two decades, Domhnall Gleeson has carved out one of the most diverse and compelling careers in contemporary cinema.
Watch Domhnall break down his career in his latest @esquire interview!
Link in bio ❤️
Adapted from Louise Kennedy`s bestselling novel, TRESPASSES stars Gillian Anderson as executive producer and cast member.
Kennedy praises the "ear-perfect, sexy script" and "gorgeously melancholic aesthetic vision" that brings her Women`s Prize-shortlisted novel to life.
Premieres Sunday 9pm on Channel 4, more at irishfilmtv.com.
THE IRIS AFFAIR is a high-stakes chase thriller that turns Italy into a deadly playground where genius meets danger.
Created by LUTHER mastermind Neil Cross, this Sky Original delivers cinematic tension where trust is fatal and every move could be your last. Two minds. One secret. No escape.
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** NEW TRAILER ALERT **
Roadside Attractions has unveiled the first trailer for H IS FOR HAWK, and it`s breathtaking. Brendan Gleeson appears as the father whose absence shapes everything, bringing his signature depth to a role that haunts the entire film.
Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.
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Chloé Zhao`s Shakespeare-inspired drama now leads with a 96.8% chance of nomination, fueled by its Telluride buzz and Toronto People`s Choice win.
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The DERRY GIRLS creator is back with HOW TO GET TO HEAVEN FROM BELFAST — and it`s the show Lisa McGee says she`s always wanted to make. 🍀
Three childhood friends. One mysterious death. A wake that goes sideways. Eight episodes of chaos, secrets, and arguments about eyelash extensions.
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Pierce Brosnan trades his 007 tuxedo for raw, devastating drama in CURTAIN CALL—arriving on digital November 10.
Starring opposite Jessica Lange, Brosnan continues his brilliant pivot from action hero to serious character actor, exploring the heartbreaking reality of dementia in the theatre world.
Watch trailer on irishfilmtv.com.
Colin Farrell`s latest is dividing audiences, but everyone agrees on one thing: his performance is absolutely magnetic ✨
The Oscar-nominated Irish actor stars as Lord Doyle, a spiraling gambler in neon-soaked Macao searching for redemption.
Don`t miss Farrell at his destructive best, now on @netflix!
Daniel Day-Lewis is BACK and we`re not ready for how devastating ANEMONE is 😭
After 7 years away from the screen, Day-Lewis returns in this quiet Irish masterpiece directed by his son Ronan. It`s not a flashy comeback—it`s something far more powerful. A meditation on isolation, guilt, and the human connections we can`t outrun, no matter how far we go.
ANEMONE is now on Prime!
