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The national agency for the Irish film, TV & animation industry. Updates will let you know the latest news for the Irish screen industries. #IrishFilm #IrishTV

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“In John Kelly’s animated short film, narrated by Domhnall Gleeson, nothing’s off limits when it comes to thinking about the future—particularly when there’s so much left to do.”

John Kelly’s Retirement Plan is live in The New Yorker's screening room. Words by David Sedaris. ✍️ 💚

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The Dream of Finishing One’s To-Do List in “Retirement Plan”
In John Kelly’s animated short film, narrated by Domhnall Gleeson, nothing’s off limits when it comes to thinking about the future—particularly when there’s so much left to do.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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⚡ Registrations are now open for the inaugural Entertainment IP Summit taking place from 14-15 January 2026.

Across this 2-day virtual event, leading experts will share insights into developing & sustaining IP across formats & global markets.

Learn more ➡️ www.screenireland.ie/news/enterta...
November 13, 2025 at 9:09 AM
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“This award-winning series represents the best of Irish language television with great scripts, fantastic talent in front and behind the camera and all shot in stunning Donegal.”

A second season of Crá is in the works – with filming due to start in 2026. 🎬 💚

🔗 www.screenireland.ie/news/second-...
November 12, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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🎬 Don't miss the upcoming S481 Screen Talks with US-based filmmaker & stunt professional Ric Roman Waugh (Angel Has Fallen, Greenland, Kandahar) in conversation with Lauterio Zamparelli.

📅 Monday, 17th November 2025
⏰ 18:00-19:00
📍 Online

Learn more & register ➡️ bit.ly/3X9fpB4
November 12, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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“A desperately moving and beautifully made documentary” ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ @irishtimes.com

Born That Way screens from this Friday in the @irishfilminstitute.bsky.social proudly supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland. 🎬 💚

🎟️ Book tickets now: www.wheretowatchireland.com/movie/born-t...

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Born That Way review: A moving, beautiful documentary about a gentle Irish hero
Patrick Lydon moved from Massachusetts to Ireland in the 1970s and established a unique community
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November 12, 2025 at 11:50 AM
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When secrets are everywhere, the truth means everything.

Barber airs this Saturday 15th November at 9.35pm on @rteone.rte.ie, proudly supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland. 🔍💚

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November 11, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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⏰ The deadline to apply to the 2026 round of Screen Ireland’s Core Operational Funding has been extended to Friday 21st November!

Learn more & apply ➡️ www.screenireland.ie/funding/dist...
November 11, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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🏆 2025 Dublin Film Critics Circle Best Irish Documentary Winner

Born That Way screens from this Friday 14th November in the @irishfilminstitute.bsky.social proudly supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland. 🎬 💚

🎟️ Book tickets now: www.wheretowatchireland.com/movie/born-t...

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November 11, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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FOLÚNTAS: Is mian linn duine atá cáilithe go cuí a fhostú don ról mar Chomhordaitheoir Forbartha Scileanna - Alt 481 agus Foghlaim Obairbhunaithe inár bhFoireann Scileanna agus Forbartha Gairmiúla.

📅 Spriocdháta iarratais: 24 Samhain 2025, 5i.n.

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November 11, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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VACANCY: Screen Ireland is seeking a suitably qualified person for the role of Skills Development Coordinator - Section 481 and Work-Based Learning in our Skills and Professional Development Team.

📅 Deadline for applications: 24 November 2025, 5pm

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November 11, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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One Last Deal, an upcoming football agent thriller starring Danny Dyer, is set to be released in the UK and Ireland on March 13th 2026.

The film is now heading to the American Film Market. 📱 ⚽

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Danny Dyer Soccer Agent Thriller ‘One Last Deal’ Bought by Sky for U.K., Will Launch at AFM (EXCLUSIVE)
Sky has acquired UK rights to One Last Deal, the soccer agent thriller starring Danny Dyer that is also launching at AFM with Blacktop
variety.com
November 10, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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Bhí ócáid fíor speisialta, taispeántas den scannán Báite ó Cine4 i bpictiúrlann an Lighthouse in onóir an Uachtarán Micheál D Ó hUigínn. @tg4.bsky.social
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Screen Ireland was delighted to partner with Eclipse Pictures, @tg4.bsky.social and Danú Media on a special screening of Irish language film Báite in the Light House Cinema, with guest of honour An Uachtarán na hÉireann, Michael D. Higgins.
November 7, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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Production has kicked off on family animation Outfoxed! featuring U2 frontman Bono and an all-Irish voice cast.

mk2 Films has boarded and will share the first animated sequences from the film with buyers at AFM. 🦊

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Family animation ‘Outfoxed!’ voiced by Bono boarded by mk2
Production is underway on the animated comedy adventure featuring the voice of Bono; mk2 will launch sales at AFM
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November 7, 2025 at 12:50 PM
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A TV game show fills the empty space, yet Nana Dee's attention is on the clock on the wall.

The IFTA-nominated short film Nana Dee is now available to watch on Screen Ireland’s Shorts Player. 📺 💚

Watch now ➡️ shorts.screenireland.ie/films/nana-dee
November 7, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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The Criminal Assets Bureau is back, and this time stakes are higher than ever.

Hidden Assets returns for its third season this Sunday, proudly supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland.

📺 @rteone.rte.ie and @player.rte.ie
📅 Episode 1 - Sunday 9th November, 9.30pm

#IrishTV
November 7, 2025 at 9:59 AM
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🎬 Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland in association with Wild Atlantic Pictures is delighted to host a conversation with US-based action filmmaker & stunt professional Ric Roman Waugh.

This online talk is presented as part of S481 Skills Development Screen Talks.

Learn more & register ➡️ bit.ly/3X9fpB4
November 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Screen Ireland is delighted to congratulate the teams behind the winning films of the 2025 Newport Beach Film Festival Awards:

🏆 Audience Award – Best Irish Feature – Báite
🏆 Outstanding Irish Feature – Christy
🏆 Outstanding Animated Short – Retirement Plan

#IrishFilm
November 6, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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FOLÚNTAS: Tá Fís Éireann ag iarraidh Comhordaitheoir Cúrsaí Dlí agus Gnó a earcú le bheith ar an bhfoireann.

📅 Spriocdháta iarratais: 21 Samhain 2025, 5i.n.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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VACANCY: Screen Ireland is seeking to hire a Legal & Business Affairs Coordinator to join the agency’s Legal & Business Affairs team.

📅 Deadline for applications: 21st November 2025, 5pm.
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#JobFairy #IrishFilm
November 6, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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It’s all kicking off tonight. ⚽

Starting with the Irish Premiere of Saipan tonight, the 70th edition of the Cork International Film Festival takes place from November 6th-16th.

Take a look at some Screen Ireland supported films not to miss at the Festival. 👇
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November 6, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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Screen Ireland was delighted to partner with Eclipse Pictures, @tg4.bsky.social and Danú Media on a special screening of Irish language film Báite in the Light House Cinema, with guest of honour An Uachtarán na hÉireann, Michael D. Higgins.
November 6, 2025 at 10:43 AM
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👏 Congratulations to Irish producer Annie Barclay from Feline Films who has been selected to participate in the upcoming edition of the Erich Pommer Institut's Series' Women programme!

Proudly supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland.

Read more ➡️ www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/s...
Series’ Women Participants From Across Europe Unveiled
Germany’s Erich Pommer Institut revealed the 15 producers selected for the fifth edition of its female leadership program.
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November 4, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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Bankside Films have boarded Steve Kenny’s directorial debut Silverback, a new thriller starring Jason Isaacs and Tom Vaughan-Lawlor. 🎬

The film is set to start shooting next Spring in Dublin, produced by Collie McCarthy for Forty Foot Pictures with support from Screen Ireland.

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Jason Isaacs, Tom Vaughan-Lawlor to Star in Steve Kenny’s Feature Debut ‘Silverback,’ Bankside Launching Thriller at AFM (EXCLUSIVE)
Jason Isaacs and Tom Vaughan-Lawlor will star in Steve Kenny's directorial feature debut Silverback, with Bankside launching the thriller at AFM
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November 4, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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🎬 The next Digital Conversation Series panel will take place next Tuesday, 11th November, giving insight into the latest trends in scripted drama for 2026.

Featuring Mona Qureshi (Netflix), Julie Hodge (formerly Fremantle) & Ed Guiney (Element Pictures). ⬇️

🔗 www.eventbrite.com/e/trends-in-...
November 4, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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A Want in Her has received 3 @bifa-film.bsky.social nominations this morning! 👏💚

🏆 Best Debut Documentary Director
🏆 Best Feature Documentary
🏆 Raindance Maverick Award

Winners will be unveiled on November 30th. The very best of luck to Myrid Carten and the team behind the film.

#IrishTalent
November 3, 2025 at 12:44 PM