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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/  

A rondup of what we’re looking forward to in the Irish film world this April, and an interview with director Andrew Legge ahead of the release of his debut feature LOLA, in cinemas this weekend.

Gerry interviews Emily Watson, Toni O’Rourke and screenwriter Shane Crowley on their new film GOD’S CREATURES, out today in Ireland and March 31st in the UK.

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.

Niamh and Gerry review this week’s BAFTA wins for Irish filmmakers, and Niamh chats to Joyride director Emer Reynolds and young actor Charlie Reid, who plays Mully in the film.

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.

More awards season hype and an interview with Unwelcome director Jon Wright

Niamh and Gerry provide an Awards Season summary, then Niamh catches 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.

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.

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/