Before I start this review, I have to confess my love for Irish cinema, which may make me a little subjective about this movie. And now, the review begins! Directed by Rich Peppiatt, Kneecap is a semi-biographical film about a hip-hop trio from Belfast who exclusively rap in their native Irish language. As the language struggle continues in Northern Ireland,
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Irish cinema continues to flourish each year. While some productions might not gain widespread recognition, an increasing number of Irish actors and actresses are making their mark as global A-list stars. This week, the Irish Film and Television Award (IFTA) nominations were announced, showcasing fierce competition in several categories. For instance, the Lead Actor in a TV Series category features
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“Pixie” is a lesser-known film despite its star-studded cast. When I first saw the trailer, my initial impression was that it was simply “Alec Baldwin and the Irish.” But Pixie is more than that. Directed by Barnaby Thompson and starring Olivia Cooke, “Pixie” is a darkly comedic heist film set against the rugged landscape of Ireland. Cooke plays Pixie O’Brien,
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I believe that, with the rise of Irish cinema after the ’90s, Alan Parker’s “The Commitments” stands out as one of the most characteristic films. Set in the gritty, working-class neighborhoods of Dublin, the movie introduces us to Jimmy Rabbitte, an ambitious young music enthusiast with a vision: to bring soul music to Dublin by forming the “world’s hardest working
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There’s an increasing audience that loves thrillers stamped with technology, especially after “Ex Machina” (2014). Owing to this fanbase, we have seen many lower-budget films such as “Anti Matter” (2016) and “Dual” (2022). “Lola” is another film in this category, offering an appealing blend of scientific exploration with suspenseful and meaningful storytelling. Directed by Andrew Legge, “Lola” (2022) stands out
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I couldn’t help but write about this film the moment I saw the dream-team cast from Ireland. How else can you describe a cast that includes Liam Neeson (“Taken”), Kerry Condon (“The Banshees of Inisherin”), Ciaran Hinds (“Belfast”), Colm Meaney (“Tolkien”), Jack Gleeson (“Game of Thrones”), Sarah Greene (“Dublin Murders”), Seamus O’Hara (“An Irish Goodbye”), and others? The movie is
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If the lyrics, “Big Time. You ain’t no friend of mine,” remind you of something, then you can understand what “Good Vibrations” is about. Directed by Lisa Barros D’Sa and Glenn Leyburn, “Good Vibrations” unfolds the story of music producer Terri Hooley, who played a pivotal role in the emerging punk rock scene in Belfast during the late 1970s. The
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Alarm is a 2008 Irish thriller film written and directed by Gerard Stembridge, best known for his work as a writer on “Ordinary Decent Criminal” (2000). It’s quite possible that the majority of people might not have heard about this movie. The truth is that I had to search extensively to find it, as I was eager to see two
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“Fifteen-Love”, a new drama centered around the world of professional tennis, has unveiled its trailer on Prime Video. The series explores the story of a talented young tennis player (Ella Lily Hyland) who receives guidance from a nonconformist coach (Aidan Turner). With a six-part narrative, the British show delves into the demanding physical and psychological challenges that come with competing
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I was eagerly anticipating the release of the new short film by Tom Berkeley and Ross White. Having also watched their debut movie Roy (2021), I added the new film to my watchlist long before it was even nominated for an Oscar award. Plot In rural Northern Ireland, two estranged brothers reunite following their mother’s untimely death. Turlogh has established
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