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Brendan Canty’s 'Christy' is in cinemas from 29th August 2025. Two estranged brothers with chequered childhoods in the care system suddenly find themselves living under the same roof. They must now reconcile with their pasts and make decisions about the future.
August 29, 2025 at 10:57 AM
Brendan Canty’s 'Christy' is in cinemas from 29th August 2025. Two estranged brothers with chequered childhoods in the care system suddenly find themselves living under the same roof. They must now reconcile with their pasts and make decisions about the future.
August 27, 2025 at 12:03 PM
A huge thank you to all of the directors who joined us last night at our Directors in Dialogue / Work in Progress meetup!
It was incredible to see our community of screen directors sharing current projects with one another and discussing their craft. We look forward to seeing you at the next one!
It was incredible to see our community of screen directors sharing current projects with one another and discussing their craft. We look forward to seeing you at the next one!
May 8, 2025 at 3:27 PM
A huge thank you to all of the directors who joined us last night at our Directors in Dialogue / Work in Progress meetup!
It was incredible to see our community of screen directors sharing current projects with one another and discussing their craft. We look forward to seeing you at the next one!
It was incredible to see our community of screen directors sharing current projects with one another and discussing their craft. We look forward to seeing you at the next one!
🚨 Entries now open for the Galway Film Fair Pitching Competition — sponsored by Wild Atlantic Pictures!
🎥 Submit a 500-word pitch & compete live at the Galway Film Fleadh for a €3,000 prize!
🗓️ Deadline: May 16 (€40) | Late: May 30 (€50)
🔗 More info: www.galwayfilmfleadh.com/filmfair/pit...
🎥 Submit a 500-word pitch & compete live at the Galway Film Fleadh for a €3,000 prize!
🗓️ Deadline: May 16 (€40) | Late: May 30 (€50)
🔗 More info: www.galwayfilmfleadh.com/filmfair/pit...
May 8, 2025 at 2:47 PM
🚨 Entries now open for the Galway Film Fair Pitching Competition — sponsored by Wild Atlantic Pictures!
🎥 Submit a 500-word pitch & compete live at the Galway Film Fleadh for a €3,000 prize!
🗓️ Deadline: May 16 (€40) | Late: May 30 (€50)
🔗 More info: www.galwayfilmfleadh.com/filmfair/pit...
🎥 Submit a 500-word pitch & compete live at the Galway Film Fleadh for a €3,000 prize!
🗓️ Deadline: May 16 (€40) | Late: May 30 (€50)
🔗 More info: www.galwayfilmfleadh.com/filmfair/pit...
Thank you to all the directors and writers who attended the speed-networking event last evening in collaboration with the Irish Writers Union!
We hope this unique opportunity led to meaningful conversations between directors and writers and helped foster long-lasting connections!
We hope this unique opportunity led to meaningful conversations between directors and writers and helped foster long-lasting connections!
May 1, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Thank you to all the directors and writers who attended the speed-networking event last evening in collaboration with the Irish Writers Union!
We hope this unique opportunity led to meaningful conversations between directors and writers and helped foster long-lasting connections!
We hope this unique opportunity led to meaningful conversations between directors and writers and helped foster long-lasting connections!
We are excited to announce that Patricia Kelly's latest film, VERDIGRIS, will have a limited theatrical release in select Irish cinemas from April 18.
Tickets are on sale for the opening weekend in the Light House Cinema, Dublin 2 at this link: www.lighthousecinema.ie/film/verdigris
Tickets are on sale for the opening weekend in the Light House Cinema, Dublin 2 at this link: www.lighthousecinema.ie/film/verdigris
April 3, 2025 at 2:14 PM
We are excited to announce that Patricia Kelly's latest film, VERDIGRIS, will have a limited theatrical release in select Irish cinemas from April 18.
Tickets are on sale for the opening weekend in the Light House Cinema, Dublin 2 at this link: www.lighthousecinema.ie/film/verdigris
Tickets are on sale for the opening weekend in the Light House Cinema, Dublin 2 at this link: www.lighthousecinema.ie/film/verdigris
SDGI invites members to join us at our upcoming events, including networking sessions and industry discussions!
March 27, 2025 at 8:49 PM
SDGI invites members to join us at our upcoming events, including networking sessions and industry discussions!
Looking for a great screenwriter to bring your next project to life? SDGI is teaming up with the Writers Guild of Ireland to deliver a fast-paced opportunity for directors to meet inspiring screenwriting talent. sdgi.ie/meet-your-ne...
March 21, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Looking for a great screenwriter to bring your next project to life? SDGI is teaming up with the Writers Guild of Ireland to deliver a fast-paced opportunity for directors to meet inspiring screenwriting talent. sdgi.ie/meet-your-ne...
🎬✨ Directors & Screenwriters — Ready to Connect?
Looking for your next writer?
We’ve teamed up with the Writers Guild of Ireland to bring SDGI members an exclusive Speed Networking Session.
📅 April 2, 2025
🕕 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Rose Room, Clarence Hotel, Dublin 2
Let’s make something happen.
Looking for your next writer?
We’ve teamed up with the Writers Guild of Ireland to bring SDGI members an exclusive Speed Networking Session.
📅 April 2, 2025
🕕 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Rose Room, Clarence Hotel, Dublin 2
Let’s make something happen.
March 20, 2025 at 7:32 PM
🎬✨ Directors & Screenwriters — Ready to Connect?
Looking for your next writer?
We’ve teamed up with the Writers Guild of Ireland to bring SDGI members an exclusive Speed Networking Session.
📅 April 2, 2025
🕕 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Rose Room, Clarence Hotel, Dublin 2
Let’s make something happen.
Looking for your next writer?
We’ve teamed up with the Writers Guild of Ireland to bring SDGI members an exclusive Speed Networking Session.
📅 April 2, 2025
🕕 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Rose Room, Clarence Hotel, Dublin 2
Let’s make something happen.
Last chance to apply! Res Artis open calls are closing soon for incredible artist residencies worldwide, some of which are available to directors! These opportunities are designed to connect you with a global network.
View all open calls and deadlines here: resartis.org/open-calls/
View all open calls and deadlines here: resartis.org/open-calls/
March 20, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Last chance to apply! Res Artis open calls are closing soon for incredible artist residencies worldwide, some of which are available to directors! These opportunities are designed to connect you with a global network.
View all open calls and deadlines here: resartis.org/open-calls/
View all open calls and deadlines here: resartis.org/open-calls/
Ready to transition from documentary to drama? Join award-winning director Conor Morrissey for a 4-day intensive course in April, organised by Cultural & Creative Industries Skillnet.
When: April 7th-10th
Cost: €450
More details can be found here: www.creativeskillnet.ie/course/trans...
When: April 7th-10th
Cost: €450
More details can be found here: www.creativeskillnet.ie/course/trans...
March 20, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Ready to transition from documentary to drama? Join award-winning director Conor Morrissey for a 4-day intensive course in April, organised by Cultural & Creative Industries Skillnet.
When: April 7th-10th
Cost: €450
More details can be found here: www.creativeskillnet.ie/course/trans...
When: April 7th-10th
Cost: €450
More details can be found here: www.creativeskillnet.ie/course/trans...
SDGI is proud to announce that the Principles of Fair and Equitable remuneration is now officially in effect, ensuring that directors, writers, actors, & composers in the Irish screen industry receive transparency & fair & ongoing compensation for their work. sdgi.ie/landmark-agr...
March 14, 2025 at 10:34 AM
SDGI is proud to announce that the Principles of Fair and Equitable remuneration is now officially in effect, ensuring that directors, writers, actors, & composers in the Irish screen industry receive transparency & fair & ongoing compensation for their work. sdgi.ie/landmark-agr...
We are delighted to announce the successful completion of three innovative short films, which wrapped last week following an intensive two-month production period throughout January and February. sdgi.ie/sdgis-three-...
March 7, 2025 at 6:13 PM
We are delighted to announce the successful completion of three innovative short films, which wrapped last week following an intensive two-month production period throughout January and February. sdgi.ie/sdgis-three-...
Thank you to all of the directors who joined us last night at Generator Dublin for this month's Directors in Dialogue meeting!
We have two speed networking events in April in the works, which will connect directors with talented Irish writers. We hope to see you there!
We have two speed networking events in April in the works, which will connect directors with talented Irish writers. We hope to see you there!
March 6, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Thank you to all of the directors who joined us last night at Generator Dublin for this month's Directors in Dialogue meeting!
We have two speed networking events in April in the works, which will connect directors with talented Irish writers. We hope to see you there!
We have two speed networking events in April in the works, which will connect directors with talented Irish writers. We hope to see you there!
Mark your calendars for the screening of A SUNKEN PLACE at the IFI on March 12th 6:30PM.
Director Ronan O'Leary and writer-producer Gerard Daly will be attending for a Q&A session after the film.
Director Ronan O'Leary and writer-producer Gerard Daly will be attending for a Q&A session after the film.
March 6, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Mark your calendars for the screening of A SUNKEN PLACE at the IFI on March 12th 6:30PM.
Director Ronan O'Leary and writer-producer Gerard Daly will be attending for a Q&A session after the film.
Director Ronan O'Leary and writer-producer Gerard Daly will be attending for a Q&A session after the film.
Sizzle for Success | Creating Compelling Sizzle Reels | March 2025
Sign up for Sizzle for Success and learn how to craft compelling sizzle reels that capture attention and sell your vision.
www.creativeskillnet.ie/course/sizzl...
Sign up for Sizzle for Success and learn how to craft compelling sizzle reels that capture attention and sell your vision.
www.creativeskillnet.ie/course/sizzl...
March 6, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Sizzle for Success | Creating Compelling Sizzle Reels | March 2025
Sign up for Sizzle for Success and learn how to craft compelling sizzle reels that capture attention and sell your vision.
www.creativeskillnet.ie/course/sizzl...
Sign up for Sizzle for Success and learn how to craft compelling sizzle reels that capture attention and sell your vision.
www.creativeskillnet.ie/course/sizzl...
The 19th edition of The Capital Irish Film Festival takes place February 27 - March 2, 2025 - presents the latest Irish dramatic and documentary features, shorts, art films, and animation releases by Irish and Ireland-based filmmakers in the Washington, D.C. metro area.
February 24, 2025 at 2:56 PM
The 19th edition of The Capital Irish Film Festival takes place February 27 - March 2, 2025 - presents the latest Irish dramatic and documentary features, shorts, art films, and animation releases by Irish and Ireland-based filmmakers in the Washington, D.C. metro area.
Cork International Film Festival is marking its 70th anniversary this year, and is celebrating this milestone edition in November (6th-16th).
The call out for films for the Festival is underway, with an early bird deadline of Friday 28th March (to avail of discounted submission fees).
The call out for films for the Festival is underway, with an early bird deadline of Friday 28th March (to avail of discounted submission fees).
February 22, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Cork International Film Festival is marking its 70th anniversary this year, and is celebrating this milestone edition in November (6th-16th).
The call out for films for the Festival is underway, with an early bird deadline of Friday 28th March (to avail of discounted submission fees).
The call out for films for the Festival is underway, with an early bird deadline of Friday 28th March (to avail of discounted submission fees).
Brady Corbet Says He Made “Zero” Money From ‘The Brutalist’. Read more about this common issues among directors here: www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie...
February 20, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Brady Corbet Says He Made “Zero” Money From ‘The Brutalist’. Read more about this common issues among directors here: www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie...
SDGI Members’ Directors Drop-In - Do you need help updating your SDGI profile? Do you have questions about membership or upcoming events, or simply need support with a director’s issue? sdgi.ie/directors-dr...
February 14, 2025 at 2:20 PM
SDGI Members’ Directors Drop-In - Do you need help updating your SDGI profile? Do you have questions about membership or upcoming events, or simply need support with a director’s issue? sdgi.ie/directors-dr...
FERA invites you to the Berlinale conference, “Breaking the 26% Glass Ceiling: Advancing Gender Parity for Women Filmmakers in Europe”, organized in partnership with EFAD. Programme shorturl.at/CEug6 Registration shorturl.at/TfoEH
February 6, 2025 at 12:10 PM
FERA invites you to the Berlinale conference, “Breaking the 26% Glass Ceiling: Advancing Gender Parity for Women Filmmakers in Europe”, organized in partnership with EFAD. Programme shorturl.at/CEug6 Registration shorturl.at/TfoEH
Cultural & Creative Industries Skillnet has created a free self-led course that empowers learners to effectively manage stress and adapt to change. @creativeskillnet.bsky.social creativeskillnet.ie/course/resil...
February 4, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Cultural & Creative Industries Skillnet has created a free self-led course that empowers learners to effectively manage stress and adapt to change. @creativeskillnet.bsky.social creativeskillnet.ie/course/resil...
2025 kicked off with the SDGI ARRI ALEXA Take films shooting around Ireland. Directors Paul Webster and Róisín Loughrey have shot their films and Conor McMahon will begin his virtual production shoot this February. Thank you to Frank Berry for guiding this project & to our incredible partners.
January 30, 2025 at 4:57 PM
2025 kicked off with the SDGI ARRI ALEXA Take films shooting around Ireland. Directors Paul Webster and Róisín Loughrey have shot their films and Conor McMahon will begin his virtual production shoot this February. Thank you to Frank Berry for guiding this project & to our incredible partners.