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Film Ireland Podcast

Film Ireland
Notes From Sheepland
Documentary Filmmaking
Orla
Irish Farming
Animation
Dublin International Film Festival
Grief
Memory
Women In Farming
Cartoon Saloon
Storytelling
Irish Film
Crewless
Oddity
Arts Council
Cork
Eclipse Pictures
Co-Production
Ireland
Reawakening

Film Ireland is a Rotten Tomatoes-approved film magazine and podcast exploring the world of cinema and television through conversations with leading filmmakers, creators, and industry voices.

Established in 1987 as a print publication, Film Ireland has evolved into a digital platform and popular podcast, supported by Coimisiún na Meán and Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland through the Screen Stakeholders ... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes511Founded12 years ago
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Latest Episodes

In this episode, we sit down with co-writer/directors John-Paul Davidson and Stephen Warbeck to discuss their latest film The Three Urns, in cinemas from April 17th. They chat about their creative partnership, their fascinating (and very different) c... more

How is important art and fandom shaped? In today’s episode, we’re joined by more wonderful LGBTQIA creatives from starGAZE: multidisciplinary artist Venus Patel, writer/filmmaker Jack Warren and director, screenwriter, and concept artist Stephen T. L... more

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In today’s episode, we’re delighted to partner with the GAZE International LGBTQIA Film Festival and the National Talent Academy for Film & TV Drama to celebrate this year’s starGAZE programme participants

We’re joined by producer Billy Buckley, wri... more

In this Film Ireland Podcast, we’re delighted to be chatting with Colin McIvor, director and co-writer of No Ordinary Heist as the film arrives in cinemas across Ireland and the UK.

Inspired by true events in Belfast in December 2004, No Ordinary He... more

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Recent Guests

Venus Patel
Filmmaker working across film, visual arts, and theater; Star Gaze participant
Independent filmmaker
Episode: Presents: starGAZE Participants Venus Patel, Jack Warren & Stephen T. Lally
Jack Warren
Filmmaker with genre-based shorts and upcoming feature concepts; Star Gaze participant
Independent filmmaker
Episode: Presents: starGAZE Participants Venus Patel, Jack Warren & Stephen T. Lally
Stephen T. Lally
Writer, director, and concept artist from Dublin; Star Gaze participant
Independent filmmaker
Episode: Presents: starGAZE Participants Venus Patel, Jack Warren & Stephen T. Lally
Lewis Doherty
Queer producer, director, documentary filmmaker from Belfast
StarGAZE participant, National Talent Academy/Film network
Episode: Presents: starGAZE Participants Billy Buckley, Eleanor Rogers & Lewis Doherty
Billy Buckley
Queer producer from Kinvara, Galway
StarGAZE participant, National Talent Academy
Episode: Presents: starGAZE Participants Billy Buckley, Eleanor Rogers & Lewis Doherty
Eleanor Rogers
Filmmaker from countryside, based in Dublin
StarGAZE participant, National Talent Academy
Episode: Presents: starGAZE Participants Billy Buckley, Eleanor Rogers & Lewis Doherty
Colin McIvor
Director and Co-Writer of No Ordinary Heist
Episode: Presents: Colin McIvor, Director/Co-Writer of 'No Ordinary Heist'
Noel O'Malley
CG onset supervisor at Union VFX
Union VFX
Episode: Presents: VFX Behind the Scenes with James Carson (Sony Imageworks) & Dean Koonjul & Noel O’Malley (Union VFX)
Dean Koonjul
BAFTA-winning DFX supervisor at Union VFX
Union VFX
Episode: Presents: VFX Behind the Scenes with James Carson (Sony Imageworks) & Dean Koonjul & Noel O’Malley (Union VFX)

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Presents: Colin McIvor, Director/Co-Writer of 'No Ordinary Heist'
Q: What was it like assembling the cast and getting authentic Northern Irish voices for the film?
Colin describes finding Eddie and assembling Northern Irish talent across Cork, London, and Dublin to ensure authentic accents and strong performances, with the cast bringing real depth to the ensemble.
Presents: VFX Behind the Scenes with James Carson (Sony Imageworks) & Dean Koonjul & Noel O’Malley (Union VFX)
Q: What were the main differences you experienced moving to Sony and working on animated features versus live-action VFX projects?
The guest explains Sony's more collaborative workflow on animated features, the broader scope of projects, and the balance between creative innovation and studio structure, with examples from Spider-Verse and KPop Demon Hunters.
Presents: VFX Behind the Scenes with James Carson (Sony Imageworks) & Dean Koonjul & Noel O’Malley (Union VFX)
Q: You've worked on some incredible titles. Could you talk through your career journey and when you knew this was the field you wanted to work in?
The guest describes growing up with computers and games, studying computer games technology, starting in entry roles, and gradually moving into lighting and supervision, highlighting the importance of both technical skill and soft skills like communication and patience.
On the Ground: David Pope, Dearbhla Regan & Louise Gallagher at Foyle Film Festival
Q: How important is structure relative to character?
The guest argues that structure should flow from the character; you need a clear character arc and an inside-out development rather than forcing a single rigid structure.
On the Ground: David Pope, Dearbhla Regan & Louise Gallagher at Foyle Film Festival
Q: What makes good writing in your opinion?
Pope emphasizes a voice that is authentic and original, with a universal element that lets audiences emotionally connect with characters even across languages and cultures.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Film Ireland Podcast

What is Film Ireland Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This interview-focused show centers conversations with filmmakers, actors, writers, and industry professionals, with a strong emphasis on Irish cinema, television production, and festival circuits. Episodes frequently explore the craft behind screen storytelling—from screenwriting and directing to VFX, documentary filmmaking, and the business realities of independent production—often tying projects to specific films, series, or festival appearances. A notable pattern is the focus on practical process insights (writing for streaming, budgeting, collaboration on set, and festival strategies) alongside candid reflections on personal journeys, industry changes, and cultural impact. The mix of intimate creator profiles, technical deep-dives, and... more

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Film Ireland Podcast launched 12 years ago and published 511 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Film Ireland Podcast include:

1. Venus Patel
2. Jack Warren
3. Stephen T. Lally
4. Lewis Doherty
5. Billy Buckley
6. Eleanor Rogers
7. Colin McIvor
8. Noel O'Malley

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