Local films take home awards as Film Fleadh records highest attendance to date

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

The film tells the real-life story of how history enthusiast Catherine Corless uncovered how many children had been buried on the property of the Bon Secours Mother and Baby Home in Tuam and the consequent campaign for justice.

You’ll Never Believe Who’s Dead: ‘a uniquely Irish arrangement’

Films Reviews Thu, Jul 16, 2026

It’s Christmas in Sligo, and the Cosgroves have gathered in the good room, full of bad moods and holiday décor.

Feed: no redemption in social media

Films Reviews Thu, Jul 16, 2026

Five influencers (one of whom harbours a dark past) head out to a remote manor in the Irish countryside. There, they awaken the bloodthirsty fallen angel, the Dearg-Due (Niamh Hogan).

Documentary on Old Money discovering inequality at Film Fleadh

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

All About The Money will be screened at 6pm this Saturday, July 11, at the Town Hall Theatre as part of the Galway Film Fleadh.

Film records Galway’s campus life

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Documentary The SU will have its world premiere at the Galway Film Fleadh this Sunday, July 12, at 3pm, in the Town Hall Theatre.

First acting gig for O’Rourke at Film Fleadh

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Irish singer Declan O’Rourke will make his screen acting debut at the Galway Film Fleadh tomorrow, Friday, July 10.

‘Kneecap’ star in story shaped by attack

Thu, Jul 02, 2026

His response is An Mháthairi, starring Simone Kirby (Kneecap) alongside newcomer Oisín Thompson (Trespasses), which receives its world premiere at the Galway Film Fleadh next Thursday, July 9, at the Town Hall Theatre.

Plenty to 'Feed' on at Film Fleadh

Thu, Jun 25, 2026

The 2026 festival will showcase 35 new Irish films, major world premieres, international guests and over 130 short films from Thursday, July 7, to July 12.

Athenry teen scoops €1k for comedic film

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

A teenage movie maker from County Galway has triumphed in a prestigious industry competition at the Fastnet Film Festival, where Hollywood meets West Cork.

Twisted tale to turn stomachs, yet bring belly laughs

Films Reviews Thu, May 21, 2026

****
Curry Barker is the latest of a fresh, new generation of film directors putting their stamp on the horror genre, along with others such as Zach Cregger (Weapons) and Danny and Michael Phillipou (Bring Her Back).

A flawed sequel that recaptures some of the original’s magic.

Thu, May 14, 2026

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It’s a crowd-pleaser designed to make people feel good. The original, which I first watched recently, has developed a devoted following which can easily recall Meryl Streep’s memorable lines: “Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking…”. And despite my belatedness, I instantly saw why.

Stunning visuals overlay unsatisfying account of an intriguing relationship

Films Reviews Thu, Apr 30, 2026

Before fans are reacquainted with her character from the beloved fashion-oriented comedy however, this film offers the chance to see Anne Hathaway in a more haunted light.

Don’t research this film before seeing it

Films Reviews Thu, Apr 23, 2026

****
 

Impressive debut is authentic and emotionally compelling

Films Reviews Thu, Apr 16, 2026

****
Premiering at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, it received the Camera D’Or for outstanding first feature. My Father’s Shadow (streaming on Mubi soon) was another Iraqi film which won a Special Mention award at the same festival; a brilliant film that depicts the country’s tumultuous history through children’s eyes.

Students shine at short films project

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

On March 20, the school in Wellpark hosted the Walking with Ethos Through Our School video initiative for students under the aegis of the Galway-Roscommon Education & Training Board.

Technically spectacular, charming and moving, but just not satisfying

Films Reviews Thu, Mar 26, 2026

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Project Hail Mary is the directorial return of Phil Miller and Christopher Lord, the filmmaking duo behind buddy cop comedy, 21 Jump Street (2012) and The Lego Movie (2014).

Unpredictable awards season has few certs

Films Reviews Thu, Mar 12, 2026

****
This Sunday night, March 15, the 98th Academy Awards will take place with many observers anticipating an historic first: an Irish Best Actress winner to be announced towards the ceremony’s conclusion.

Pub parable film released online

Thu, Mar 05, 2026

The Pub That Refused To Die, premiered at the Dublin International Film Festival last week, captures the true story of a village’s fight to save its last boozer.

Film covers last phone call of murdered 6yo

Thu, Mar 05, 2026

It takes place in the HBB-G019 lecture theatre in the Human Biology Building at the university.

The Testament of Ann Lee

Films Reviews Thu, Mar 05, 2026

****
Ever since I was lucky enough to snag a ticket to the world premiere of The Testament of Ann Lee in Venice last September, I have been anticipating its release in Irish cinemas.

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