The Irish Film London Podcast

Sadly this is the last ever episode of the IFL podcast. On behalf of us both (Niamh and Gerry) we want to say a huge thanks to everyone whose listened since 2020. We've had some amazing guests and have been so proud of what we've achieved with this project.   For our final episode, Niamh caught up with the filmmakers behind Lakelands -  a powerful new drama based in Longford. She spoke to filmmakers Robert Higgins and Patrick McGivney, as well as stars Danielle Galligan and Éanna Hardwicke. This extended interview gives you access to the process behind making the film and how its been received on its incredible journey so far. It also explores some of the themes in the film from the perspective of the filmmakers themselves.     LAKELANDS is out in Irish and UK cinemas from Friday May 5th. - - - The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

We were so pleased to host a preview screening of Sinéad O'Shea's powerful documentary PRAY FOR OUR SINNERS in Soho this week, and even more honoured to have it hosted by the wonderful Annie Macmanus, who we're so grateful to for taking part. In this week's podcast we present the Q&A from that event to you in full, while Niamh and Gerry give you the lowdown on what's happening in the world of Irish film.   PRAY FOR OUR SINNERS is out in Irish and UK cinemas from Friday April 21st.  - - - The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

In this week's episode, Gerry and Niamh provide a round up of all the new Irish film releases and IFL events you have to look forward to, making sure not to forget the new Barbie movie which just dropped its trailer and EXTENSIVE cast profiles this week. #Barbie FTW (Nicola Coughlan's in it. We're allowed)    For this week's interview, Gerry ventured out to catch up with director Andrew Legge ahead of the release of his debut feature, the period sci-fi LOLA.    LOLA is out in cinemas across the UK and Ireland on Friday April 7th.  - - - The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this episode, Gerry and Niamh wax lyrical about the end of awards season and look forward to what's ahead, including some big news for some of our favourite Irish stars.   This week's interview is a dispatch from our St Patrick's Film Festival, which saw us previewing new Irish film God's Creatures, starring Emily Watson and Paul Mescal alongside Aisling Franciosi and Toni O'Rourke. Emily, Toni and the film's screenwriter Shane Crowley joined us on stage for an informative Q&A.   God's Creatures is out in Irish cinemas on Fri March 24th and in UK cinemas on Friday March 31st.    - - -   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this week's episode Niamh and Gerry discuss this year's IFTA nominations, then Niamh chats to Bríd Brennan and James Cosmo, stars of the new Scandi-Irish romcom My Sailor My Love, out in cinemas on March 10th.   IFL's St Patrick's Day film programme is now on sale, visit www.irishfilmlondon.com for more info and to get your tickets now Enjoying our work? Buy us a coffee on Ko-Fi!! Visit ko-fi.com/iflpodcast to drop us a couple of quid and help us keep this project going. - - - The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

What a week for the Parish! Niamh and Gerry dissect all the great news for Irish filmmakers from this week's BAFTA awards in London.    Then we present an interview we've been waiting to deliver for some time. Niamh sat down with Joyride director Emer Reynolds and young star Charlie Reid (Mully) for an extensive chat about that film and their cinematic influences. Enjoy!   IFL's St Patrick's Day film programme is now on sale, visit www.irishfilmlondon.com for more info and to get your tickets now   - - - The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

For this week's podcast we're presenting you with an incredible treat - it's the Q&A from our screening of HUSH A BYE BABY with director Margo Harkin. This is a rare chance to hear from Margo on the film and its impact on the (ongoing) discourse around women's reproductive rights in Northern Ireland. (The Q&A starts around the 15 minute mark for you keen beans!) Last weekend, we held our St Brigid's Day 2023 screenings on screens across London. One of those screenings was of Margo Harkin's classic film HUSH A BYE BABY which we showed at The Rio in partnership with Birds Eye View, and which Margo was there for, speaking to Dr Emmie McFadden in an extensive Q&A which covers women's reproductive rights in Northern Ireland, activism and DIY filmmaking as well as lots, lots more.   Our thanks to Margo Harkin, Dr Emmie McFadden of Sheffield Hallam University and Melanie Iredale at Birds Eye View, as well as The Rio cinema in Dalston, for partnering with us on this special event. - - - The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

After a HUGE week for Irish film with an incredible number of BAFTA and Oscar nominations, Niamh and Gerry reflect on the industry's awards excitement and what it means to have an Irish language film recognised in this way.   Then Gerry speaks to acclaimed horror director Jon Wright (Grabbers, Robot Overlords) about his new film Unwelcome, featuring Hannah John-Kamen and Douglas Booth, discussing the influences he drew on to make the film and what audiences can expect from this subversive supernatural horror, out in cinemas everywhere from Friday January 27th.   Watch the trailer for Unwelcome on YouTube   - - - Our St Brigid's Day 2023 events are now on sale! Visit www.irishfilmlondon.com for more info and to grab your tickets today   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

For our first podcast of 2023, Niamh and Gerry catch up on their festive viewing and provide an overview of the brilliant Awards Season nominations which Irish filmmakers are lining up at the Oscars, Baftas and Sundance to name but a few.  Then Niamh caught up with diretor Conor McMahon and actor Eoin Duffy from new Irish comedy horror Let The Wrong One In, in Irish cinemas from January 20th.  Listen in to hear how the film was shot, how the team got off with wrecking a Dublin house and covering it in blood, and some of the horror Easter Eggs they've left in the film

As the end of the year approaches, Niamh and Gerry take a festive look back at some highlights from a busy year of Irish film interviews here on the IFL podcast. Enjoy some highlights from the year just gone and find out what we took away from each episode.  Its been a busy old year, so from everyone at Irish Film London - thank you for your support and for choosing to spend time listening in. Happy holidays, and see you in 2023!   - - - The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Director Luke McManus's latest film North Circular is a musical journey which explores the experiences of people who live along Dublin's North Circular Road. Having played at festivals including Sheffield Doc/Fest this year it has its SOLD OUT screening at Bertha Dochouse on Saturday 19th November as part of IFFL 2022. We caught up with Luke to chat about the film ahead of that event.   - - - The full programme for Irish Film Festival London 2022 is now live and tickets are on sale! Visit www.irishfilmlondon.com for more info and to grab your tickets today   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

How To Tell A Secret is a new documentary exploring the difficult subject of living with a HIV positive status, and the social taboos which still surround it. Directors Anna Rodgers and Shaun Dunne weave together a gentle, performative exploration of what it means to be HIV positive in Ireland today, using testimony from real people whose stories are portrayed by actors like Jade Jordan to protect their identities. How To Tell A Secret screens as part of Irish Film Festival London on Fri 18th November as part of IFFL 2022. Niamh caught up with Anna, Shaun and Jade ahead of that screening to bring you this sweeping interview.    - - - The full programme for Irish Film Festival London 2022 is now live and tickets are on sale! Visit www.irishfilmlondon.com for more info and to grab your tickets today The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Director Frank Berry's new film Aisha (starring Letitia Wright and Josh O'Connor) is released in theatres and on Sky Cinema this Friday 19th November. The film also opens Irish Film Festival London 2022 at a West End preview event on Wed 16th November. Ahead of that event, we caught up with Frank who talked about social realist filmmaking, the direct provision system in Ireland and what it was like working with an amazing cast for his latest film.   - - - The full programme for Irish Film Festival London 2022 is now live and tickets are on sale! Visit www.irishfilmlondon.com for more info and to grab your tickets today   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Dónal Foreman is an Irish filmmaker "living somewhere between Dublin and New York City" who has already made his mark on Irish cinema with his first two features, Out of Here and The Image You Missed. Now with his third feature, The Cry of Granuaile, which plays at Irish Film Festival London 2022, he sets out explore mythology, history and grief in his own inimitable way. Niamh caught up with Dónal in this transatlantic episode ahead just of the film's festival appearance.   - - - The full programme for Irish Film Festival London 2022 is now live and tickets are on sale! Visit www.irishfilmlondon.com for more info and to grab your tickets today   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

This week, Niamh caught up with the filmmakers behind the latest Irish language film to reach our screens, Róise & Frank. Out now in Irish cinemas, and selected as the Closing Gala for Irish Film Festival London 2022, Róise & Frank is a family comedy about a woman who believes her dead husband Frank has returned...as a dog.  The team discuss working together as a writing/directing team, writing a script that intuitively works as Gaeilge, and writing with a specific actor in mind, among lots more.   - - - The full programme for Irish Film Festival London 2022 is now live and tickets are on sale! Visit www.irishfilmlondon.com for more info and to grab your tickets today   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

The highly anticipated Sinéad O'Connor documentary Nothing Compares, which is out in UK and Irish cinemas on Friday October 7th. Niamh was lucky to catch up with the film's director, Belfast based Kathryn Ferguson, during a whirlwind of press appearances. In this short episode they chat about what the film means for Kathryn as a director, Sinéad's legacy as a musician and feminist icon, and the power of revisionist filmmaking to change our perspective on past cultural events.     The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials: twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this week's episode, after Gerry and Niamh's usual catch up about all the latest Irish film news, they take a deep dive (starting around the 10:00 mark for keen beans) to investigate the phenomenon of Irish language film by speaking to a huge number of guests including;   director Colm Bairead and producer Cleona Ní Chrualaoí of The Quiet Girl; director of Arracht, Tom O'Sullivan; Dublin International Film Festival director Grainne Humphreys; Máire Ní Chonláin, Commissioning Editor of An Cailín Ciúin at TG4 and Cine4; and Alanna Gallagher from Conradh and Gaeilge London   - -  Submissions are still open for Irish Film Festival London this November. Get submitting now for the best rates!   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our opening theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.   We've also used Old Age by HoliznaCC0.  Both are licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

Gerry and Niamh catch up about all the latest Irish film news, including new Jessie Buckley film MEN, standing ovations at Cannes, and why cinemas in London are about to get CHEAPER to attend... Then Niamh speaks to Alison Oliver, lead actor in new series Conversations with Friends, who talks about her role in the series, what it means to love more than one person, and breaking taboos around endometriosis.   Submissions are still open for Irish Film Festival London this November. Get submitting now for the best rates!   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Niamh and Gerry discuss the satisfyingly un-quiet release of An Cailín Ciúin/The Quiet Girl in UK and Irish cinemas; have conversations about Conversations With Friends; and round up some news about two of our favourite Jessie's. Then Gerry has a very snuffly chat with award-winning cinematographer Kate McCullough, about her work on The Quiet Girl, as well as Arracht, Normal People, Songs For While I'm Away, The Farthest and many others.    The EARLY BIRD submission deadline is approaching for Irish Film Festival London this November. Get submitting now for the best rates!   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials:    twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Niamh and Gerry are back to catch you up on tons of new Irish film news, covering An Cailín Ciúin/The Quiet Girl, Conversations with Friends, Derry Girls, and loads more new Irish film fun to look forward to. We also dive into Screen Ireland's ambitious new sustainability strategy.   Then Niamh chats to Brendan Muldowney, director of The Cellar a brand new Irish horror that's out now.   Submissions are still open for new films on Irish Film From Home - and our EARLY BIRD submission deadline is approaching for Irish Film Festival London this November. Get submitting!   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials:    twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Niamh Branigan catches up with the team behind new Irish language mystery drama Doineann - director Damien McCann, and actors Peter Coonan, Brid Brennan, Seán T. Ó Meallaigh and Clare Monnelly.  Doineann is available now to watch on BBC iPlayer across the UK and on the RTE Player in Ireland. Make sure to catch this incredible and historic Irish language film as it rides the wave of new TV and film made as Gaeilge.    Submissions are now open for new films on Irish Film From Home - and submissions have just opened for Irish Film Festival London this November. Get submitting!   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials:    twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

On the day of its UK and Irish release, we're stoked to release the interviews we recorded earlier this week with the team from new Irish horror You Are Not My Mother, from debut director Kate Dolan. Niamh caught up with Hazel and Carolyn who play mother and daughter Angela and Char in the film; before Gerry chatted with Kate to round us out.   The interviews start at around the 18 min mark for any keen beans! Or, play straight through to listen to Gerry and Niamh catch up in their usual pre-chat, which covers all the fun of the Oscars as well as the last fortnight's cinematic happenings.    Submissions are now open for new films on Irish Film From Home - and submissions have just opened for Irish Film Festival London this November. Get submitting!   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials:    twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

Gerry and Niamh have a post St Patrick's Day catch up covering all of IFL's new activities, as well as The Batman, Peaky Blinders and meeting the Taoiseach on Trafalgar Square... Then Gerry sits down with director of IFTA winning short film Nothing to Declare -the larger than life story of two young lads from Dublin who embark on an adventure which takes them as far as New York.    Submissions are now open for new films on Irish Film From Home - submit here!   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials:    twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

Gerry and Niamh manage just a quick catch up on this week's episode, covering IFL's exciting St Patrick's Day activities, and the impending IFTA and BAFTA awards ceremonies.   Then Niamh chats to the writer and director of Here Before, Stacey Gregg, in an interview that spans casting, camerawork and Stacey's decision to include certain supersticious imagery in the film, as well as Stacey's upcoming work for HBO. IFL's St Patrick's Film Festival is now on sale - catch all the event info on our website, here   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials:    twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

Gerry and Niamh talk about this year's IFTA nominations as well as Oscar nominations for Irish films and show some appreciation for young actors in films this year.  Then Niamh chats to director Benjamin Cleary and producer Rebecca Bourke about their new film Swan Song, out now on Apple TV.   IFL's St Patrick's Film Festival is now on sale - catch all the event info on our website, here   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials:    twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon   Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

In our first episode of 2022, Nimah and Gerry have a long overdue catch up on Irish film news, chat about what's on Netflix and have a rant about the BAFTA nominations. Then Niamh is joined by Damo and Ross to talk about their documentary Love Yourself Today ahead of its IFL screening in London on Feb 15th (Tickets here)   Catch the trailer for Love Yourself Today on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksoEHCSYdDI    The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

We're back! The IFL Podcast returns for a second season throughout 2022. Make sure to follow for new episodes every fortnight #LoveIrishFilm   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by Niamh Branigan and Gerry Maguire. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our socials:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Our final special edition episode from Irish Film Festival London 2021, and the last IFL podcast of 2021! In this episode, Caoimhe O'Malley catches up with Redemption of a Rogue director Philip Doherty and Michelle Diegnan hosts a Q&A with Vivienne Dick after the sold out premiere of her documentary New York Our Time. The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Caoimhe O'Malley. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondonOur theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Another special edition episode, recorded during Irish Film Festival London 2021. In this episode, Caoimhe O'Malley catches up with some emerging Irish talent at one of our short film screenings in Riverside Studios, including chats with Aisling O'Regan Sarent (director of Cease), Jade Jordan (The Colour Between), Gordon Hickey (The Cure) and Paul O'Flanagan (Memento Mori). The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Caoimhe O'Malley. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

A special dispatch from the IFL team, recording from Irish Film Festival London 2021.   We bring you an exclusive interview with Dónall Ó Héalai, recorded with Caoimhe O'Malley, followed by a recording of the Q&A from our festival Opening Gala screening of Arracht, with writer/director Tom Sullivan, in conversation with IFL's Gerry Maguire.

Director of 'A Brixton Tale' Darragh Carey sits down to chat to Niamh about his debut feature film about A wealthy YouTuber, Leah, chooses a shy young man, Benji, as the subject of her documentary. They fall for each other, but the desire for edgy footage leads them down a violent path.   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/    

Writer & director Rachel Carey and the stars of Deadly Cuts: Angeline Ball, Erika Roe, Lauren Larkin and Shauna Higgins chat with Niamh about their new black comedy film along with some hilarious hairdresser experiences. Go see it in cinemas now!    The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/    

Joe Lawlor, Christine Molloy and Orla Brady join IFL's Niamh Branigan to chat about their brave new feature film. Rose Plays Julie follows an adopted girl who seeks out her birth mother and discovers that the woman has no desire to meet her. What she discovers changes both of their lives. The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Niamh chats to the writer and director Cathy Brady of feature film 'Wildfire' starring Nora-Jane Noone & Nikka MaGuigan. The story of two sisters who grew up on the fractious Irish border. When one of them, who has been missing, finally returns home, the intense bond with her sister is re-ignited.  The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/        

Niamh gets to chat with the Rogue crew including:  writer & director Philip Doherty and cast Aaron Monaghan, Aisling O'Mara & Kieron Roche. In cinema's now! The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Director Ruth Meehan and Leading Lady Gemma-Leah Devereux chat to Niamh Branigan about their new feature film 'The Bright Side'. The Irish Film London Podcast is produced by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

We're going back to one of our St Brigid's Day Festival Events where Gerry sits down with an IFL audience with Irish Film Director & IFL Patron Lenny Abrahamson. Where they discuss his Oscar nominee film 'Room' and hit tv show 'Normal People'    The Irish Film London Podcast is produced by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Double Niamh! IFL's own Niamh Branigan caught up with rising Irish star Niamh Algar to talk about her prolific career so far, inlcuding her new film Censor from director Prano Bailey-Bond, and what it's like attending awards ceremonies from home.   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Spotlight membership executive Mel Brown joins Niamh with actors Toni O'Rourke and Ayoola Smart to chat about all things self-taping and self care in the acting business.  The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Gerry Maguire chats to Irish writer, director, producer and actress Roisin Kearney about her work and route to success with films like Paddy and The Ferry, as well as what she has planned next. The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Recorded back in 2019 at a special Irish Film London event, this week's podcast features Andrew Scott, in conversation with some lucky young actors who asked him to reflect on his illustrious career so far.   If you're enjoying the Irish Film London podcast, please consider giving us a Like and Subscribe on your chosen podcast app. Tune in every fortnight for a new episode, covering the best new Irish film and TV news, interviews and much more. The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Gerry Maguire chats to the incredibly inspiring makers and creators of The 8th Film; Ailbhe Symth, Andrea Horan and Lucy Kennedy.    The 8th is out now in cinemas across the UK, but you can also watch it onine via IFL's exclusive link by clicking here  The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In today's episode Gerry chats to the makers and creators of Documentary ‘Groundswell' Activist and filmmaker Johnny Gogan joins us along side Leitrim activitst Eddie Mitchell. Groundswell chronicles the decade long struggle of Leitrim and Fermanagh residents as they fight against the threat of fracking in their communities. in this chat we discuss its themes and the wider aspects of Johnny's work along with Ed reminding us the fight isn't over!

Our podcast today is a bit different in a few ways, one it's conducted by our new Head of Irish Film London Gerry Maguire and it's also an interview about a film that hasn't even been made yet “The Last Moon”. Today we're meeting Sean McConville and Stéphanie Joalland from Frenzy Films.   Irish Film London are proud to partner with Stowe Story Labs and to congratule Sean as the recipient of the 2021 Irish Film London Fellowship, awarded to an emerging UK based, Irish screenwriter or filmmaker.   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

We chat to Irish writer, director and editor Sean Clancy about his introduction into film, how he's found working in the industry and whats coming next!   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

New up and coming filmmaker & actor Micheal-David chats to Niamh about his most recent projects and plans for the future!    The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

One of our patron's Moe Dunford joins Lara to chat about pandemic life as an actor & past and future projects!    The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Join us while we go back in time to November 2019 in Regent St Cinema where Cathy Cullen and a packed audience talk to two of the funniest women in comedy, Roisin Conaty and Bridget Christie. They speak about second and third generation Irish and Irish females killing it in the comedy scene!  The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Niamh sits down with Claire Byrne, Jo Halpin & Emma Wall to talk about their all female production company, their journey together, the importance of telling female stories and staying sane and creative throughout the pandemic. 

Irish Film London are delighted to announce that Irish actor Saoirse Ronan has became an Irish Film London patron. Saoirse said “Irish Film London has developed a brilliant platform for Irish filmmakers and actors to showcase the breadth of their talent across the UK. They have helped to cultivate a strong reputation for Irish film here, so I've always found there to be a warm reception on the ground and a recognition of the quality of our work.” In our latest podcast Saoirse speaks to us about her newest film Ammonite, being Irish abroad, lock-down guilty pleasures, the future of indie films and much more.  Thank you to the Irish Emigrant Support Programme, who've been a wonderful supporter of ours for a number of years, providing encouragement and vital support, including for this podcast. Go raibh míle maith agaibh! The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan. This episode was produced by our executive producer Kelly O'Connor and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Tomm Moore and Ross Stewart from Cartoon Saloon (The Secret of Kells, Song of the Sea) chat to Irish Film London's Lara Ramdin about their new Irish feature animation Wolfwalkers. They explore the film's inspiration, some of their technical and story decisions, as well as disclosing some of their own guilty pleasure viewing, doom scrolling and tell us about a new short film for Greenpeace. Thank you to the Irish Emigrant Support Programme, who've been a wonderful supporter of ours for a number of years, providing encouragement and vital support, including for this podcast. Go raibh míle maith agaibh! The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan. This episode was produced by Lara Ramdin. Our executive producer is Kelly O'Connor and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud.  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/