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21
Jan

Baile na Mata: Ceathrú na gCodán – A Groundbreaking Irish Language Mathematics Resource

21/01/25

Baile na Mata: Ceathrú na gCodán – Áis Úrnua Cheannródaíoch don Mhatamaitic Bhailigh oideachasóirí agus páirtithe leasmhara inniu i gColáiste Ollscoile Naomh Muire, Béal Feirste, leis an lainseáil de Bhaile na Mata: Ceathrú […]

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21
Jan

A Thran Podcast Special: Celebrating Burns Night with Award-Winning Poet Stephen Dornan

21/01/25

In the run-up to Burns Night, this month’s episode of the Thran podcast features the award-winning poet and Robert Burns enthusiast, Stephen Dornan. Pour a wee dram and enjoy yer haggis as you […]

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17
Jan

 Ulster Unplugged: New USBF series from Northern Visions Television & Scots-Irish Media / EEO Ltd

17/01/25

This compelling five-part series explores the musical tradition of Ulster-Scots bands from the traditional to the singer song writer and has been supported by Northern Ireland Screen’s Ulster-Scots Broadcast Fund. The premiere episode […]

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16
Jan

Funboys further casting announced

16/01/25

Jamie Demetriou joins new BBC Comedy from the producer of This Country The Funboys pilot blew me away. Their dedication to making something genuinely funny and specific is deeply exciting and very rare- Jamie […]

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16
Jan

Crafting Compelling Crime Drama: Chaired panel discussion with TRC

16/01/25

Bringing captivating stories to the TV screen TRC in partnership with Northern Ireland Screen, are hosting a chaired panel discussion in partnership with Northern Ireland Screen featuring representatives from Buccaneer Media(“Crime”, “Whitstable Pearl”),Black Camel […]

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16
Jan

Northern Visions Television & Scots-Irish Media / EEO Ltd Announce the Launch of Two New TV Series: Flavours of Ulster and A Dander Through My Life

16/01/25

Northern Visions Television, in collaboration with Scots-Irish Media, is delighted to unveil two new series: Flavours of Ulster and A Dander Through My Life. Both series are proudly supported by Northern Ireland Screen’s […]

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15
Jan

Kneecap nominated for 6 BAFTA Awards

15/01/25

Rich Peppiatt’s KNEECAP has earned 6 nominations at the prestigious British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards, including recognition in the categories of Outstanding British Film, Original Screenplay, Outstanding Debut by […]

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14
Jan

Northern Ireland projects and talent nominated for the 2025 IFTA Film and Drama Awards

14/01/25

The Irish Film & Television Academy has announced the nominations for the 2025 IFTA Awards.   Projects made in Northern Ireland and homegrown talent feature heavily, securing 34 nominations across 29 categories in Film […]

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13
Jan

Grierson DocLab: New Entrants training programme is open for applications.

13/01/25

Returning for the 13th time, the Grierson DocLab: New Entrants is for UK-based 18-25 year olds with a passion for documentary and factual TV who are new entrants to the industry. Grierson DocLab: New Entrants will […]

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13
Jan

Kneecap Wins FIPRESCI Prize for Best Actor at Palm Springs International Film Festival 2025

13/01/25

The 36th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival has revealed this year’s juried award winners. PSIFF took place from Jan. 2-13, 2025, and screened 165 films from over 71 countries, including 68 premieres. The FIPRESCI […]

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10
Jan

Scéalta na Lochanna- The new and captivating six-part Irish language documentary

10/01/25

Scéalta na Lochanna 6 x 29 – Sraith faisnéise   Scéalta na Lochanna is a new and captivating six-part Irish language documentary series featuring Ireland’s two largest lakes — Lough Corrib and Lough Neagh – exploring history, […]

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10
Jan

Tartan Tales- A new two-part series for BBC iPlayer and BBC Two Northern Ireland

10/01/25

A new two-part series for BBC iPlayer and BBC Two Northern Ireland enters a unique world of tartan and meets the team behind a kilt shop on Belfast’s Sandy Row. Tartan Tales is […]

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09
Jan

AVEC Briefing Webinar: Discuss updates to the UK’s creative industry expenditure credits

09/01/25

Join representatives from BFI and HMRC for an informative webinar outlining upcoming changes to UK screen industry incentives. These initiatives are part of broader updates to support the UK screen industry. Discover the […]

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09
Jan

Screenwriting Seminar – An Introduction To Genre for Screenwriters

09/01/25

A focus on story structure and dialogue with Phil Parker When: Tuesday, January 28th 11am-2pm Where: VIA ZOOM   Phil Parker is one of Europe’s leading content development consultants. He has worked with C4, […]

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06
Jan

New Series ‘Video Nasty’ to Air on BBC This January

06/01/25

Set in 1985, when the home video revolution is in full analogue swing, VIDEO NASTY tells the story of three mostly-normal-but-kind-of-weird teenagers who go on an epic quest to complete a cult VHS […]

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03
Jan

Kneecap & The Ban Make Longlist for the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards

03/01/25

BAFTA today announced the longlists of films and talent advancing to Round Two of voting for the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards with both Kneecap and The Ban earning recognition. Roisin Agnew’s  short […]

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02
Jan

Anna Haugh’s Big Irish Food Tour is coming to BBC iPlayer and BBC Northern Ireland as the celebrity chef returns home for a special culinary journey

02/01/25

Celebrity guests including Katherine Ryan, Dennis Taylor, Ed Byrne, Shayne Ward, Laura Whitmore and Carl Frampton join Anna in the new 15-part series. Celebrity chef Anna Haugh is embarking on a culinary journey […]

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02
Jan

NORTHERN IRELAND SCREEN CELEBRATES ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL YEAR IN FILM AND TV PRODUCTION

02/01/25

2024 has proven to be a remarkable year for Northern Ireland’s film and television industry, with a diverse slate of productions showcasing local talent, captivating audiences worldwide, and garnering critical acclaim. From epic […]

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27
Dec

Thomas Moore, the Bard of Ireland’s many lives are explored a TG4 documentary.

27/12/24

TG4 28th December 8.25pm The many lives of Thomas Moore, the Bard of Ireland are explored in this 75 minute feature documentary. YouTube clip: Thomas Moore- TG4    An Imagine Media Production with support […]

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17
Dec

Kneecap shortlisted for Best International Feature & Best Original Song Oscars®

17/12/24

Rich Peppiatt’s Kneecap has been shortlisted for two Academy Award® nominations for Best International Feature and Best Original Song for ‘Sick In The Head’. The critically acclaimed Irish box office sensation will vie […]

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17
Dec

BBC NI and Northern Ireland Screen launch new scripted initiative for companies with a base in Northern Ireland

17/12/24

The Green Lit project is designed to support new writing, production, directing and acting talent BBC Northern Ireland and Northern Ireland Screen have launched the new collaboration Green Lit. Green Lit will support […]

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16
Dec

Anna Haugh’s Big Irish Food Tour

16/12/24

Starts Monday 6 January BBC iPlayer and BBC Northern Ireland, 8pm   Celebrity chef Anna Haugh is embarking on a culinary journey from Ballycastle in County Antrim to Cork city for the new […]

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11
Dec

New Trailer Drop: Christoph Waltz Stars in OLD GUY

11/12/24

In theatres and on digital February 21, 2025 This February, an old dog learns some deadly new tricks. Get ready for a generational clash like no other. Christoph Waltz, Cooper Hoffman, and Lucy […]

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10
Dec

EDDIE MARSAN AND ÉANNA HARDWICKE TO STAR IN ‘NO ORDINARY HEIST’

10/12/24

Photo Credit: Greg Williams/Madeline Mulqueen NEW IRISH THRILLER TO SHOOT IN DUBLIN & BELFAST IN JANUARY Award-winning actors Eddie Marsan (Back To Black, Happy Go Lucky) and Éanna Hardwicke (Lakelands, The Sixth Commandment) […]

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09
Dec

Kneecap wins 7 BIFA Awards, including Best British Independent Film

09/12/24

The winners of the 2024 British Independent Film Awards (BIFAs) were announced last night at the annual ceremony, which saw BIFA make a return to the Roundhouse. Kneecap dominated the Awards with seven […]

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