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2023
'Witnesses telling their stories, while they're still alive, is very powerful'
Stolen, a new documentary, explores mother and baby homes in Ireland.
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Feb 26th 2023, 8:00 AM
Opinion: I'm telling the story of Ann Lovett on screen because it must be told
Director Ciaran Creagh writes about the process of bringing his film about Ann Lovett to the big screen.
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Feb 11th 2023, 7:00 AM
Dublin International Film Festival launches packed programme including Jane Seymour and Paul Mescal
Emily Watson and Aidan Gillen will also take part in this year’s Festival.
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Feb 7th 2023, 1:45 PM
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2022
Olwen Fouéré, Clare Dunne and Hugh O'Connor announced for DIFF short film programme
The programme for the 2023 festival is beginning to be announced ahead of Christmas.
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Dec 15th 2022, 12:12 PM
Trailer Watch: Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival special
We have trailers for films you can see at this year’s Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival.
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Mar 3rd 2022, 8:00 PM
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'Bigger and better': Here's an early look at the 20th Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival
The festival has released its programme of shorts, and some highlights in the lead up to next year.
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Dec 21st 2021, 11:05 AM
Trailer Watch: Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival special
We have trailers for films you can check out at this year’s Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival.
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Mar 11th 2021, 8:00 PM
'I handed in my dissertation on Monday - on Tuesday college was called off'
Students from Trinity College Dublin have made a documentary about their lives during the pandemic, which captures experiences from across the globe.
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Mar 7th 2021, 9:30 AM
How a thriller documentary about the murder of Jamal Khashoggi felt the chilling effect of Saudi oil dollars
Filmmaker Bryan Fogel speaks to TheJournal.ie about his new film at the Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival.
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Mar 6th 2021, 6:00 PM
'If we were stopped by the authorities, we feared we could have been jailed or fined'
A new Irish documentary looks at the crackdown on LGBT+ rights in Russia. We spoke to its director.
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Mar 4th 2021, 10:30 AM
'For Sheriff Street to be seen outside of Ireland in a positive light, it feels like a dream'
Artist Gemma Dunleavy features in Playback, a showcase premiering at the Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival this Sunday.
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Mar 3rd 2021, 7:30 PM
The Irishman they call 'The Father Of The Cyborgs'
A new documentary looks at the work of Dr Phil Kennedy, who is based in the USA.
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Feb 25th 2021, 9:15 PM
'I'm so lucky to have got it shot': Irish moviemakers on the challenges of getting their films on screen
In the run-up to Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival, we speak to Rachel Carey, AnneMarie Naughton and Eva Birthistle about releasing films in 2021.
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Feb 24th 2021, 7:30 PM
'See as much as you can': How this virtual film festival is bringing 60 global new movies to your living room
The Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival is taking place until March 14.
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Feb 22nd 2021, 2:50 PM
WIN: Tell us your comfort film for a chance to win a season ticket to Dublin International Film Festival
The festival runs from 3 – 14 March online.
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Feb 16th 2021, 6:48 PM
These were the best films at the Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival
The final film screened at the festival last night was Herself by Clare Dunne.
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Mar 9th 2020, 11:36 AM
'Money is a challenge - and it rarely if ever feels glamorous': Irish filmmakers on how the industry really works
We spoke to Lorcan Finnegan, Christine Molloy, Joe Lawlor and Neasa Hardiman.
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Mar 6th 2020, 6:30 AM
Quiz: How well do you know these classic Irish films?
Required viewing one and all.
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Mar 1st 2020, 10:00 PM
'I started asking the question - who are the great female directors?'
A new multi-part documentary aims to address the perception that women haven’t been directing films for decades.
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Feb 28th 2020, 8:00 AM
'I never felt such support in my life': The football club that has become a lifeline for homeless people
Homeless people from all walks of life attend regular training sessions in what has become a vital resource for players.
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Feb 27th 2020, 8:45 AM
Here are the top 10 international films to catch at the Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival
Highlights will include the Irish premieres of True History of the Kelly Gang and Hearts and Bones.
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Feb 23rd 2020, 7:00 PM
'Every single item has to earn its keep': Ireland's Oscar-nominated costume designer on how her job works
A look at how Consolata Boyle works on film sets around the world, and what we can learn from her job.
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Feb 22nd 2020, 10:00 PM
Here are the top Irish films to catch at the Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival
The festival runs from 26 February to 8 March.
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Feb 22nd 2020, 6:00 PM
Opinion: Why are so many Irish men in crisis? 'Flicker' film director explores Irish masculinity
‘Flicker’ opens at the Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival (DIFF) this month.
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Feb 15th 2020, 7:30 PM
'It's a cinematic masterpiece': Our readers recommend their favourite Irish films
The Dublin International Film Festival takes place at the end of this month.
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Feb 10th 2020, 7:30 PM
WIN: A season ticket to the 2020 Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival
As online media partner of the event, TheJournal.ie has some fabulous prizes to give away.
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Jan 30th 2020, 6:30 AM
Over 100 films from 50 different countries announced for Dublin International Film Festival
The festival runs from 26 February to 8 March.
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Jan 21st 2020, 6:31 PM
One of Ireland's best-known film festivals has been forced to close its doors over a lack of funding
The festival was founded in 2007 and showcases cinema from around the world.
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Jun 13th 2019, 4:18 PM
Brendan Gleeson and family team up for a short film about a psychic with terrible sons
Plus: We talk to short filmmakers Yasmine Akram and Sorcha Bacon to find out more about the medium.
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Feb 18th 2019, 8:00 PM
Here's what's in store for this year's Dublin International Film Festival
Highlights will include the Irish premieres of Papi Chulo and Eighth Grade.
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Jan 23rd 2019, 3:30 PM
People are very excited that one of America's top comedians is coming to Ireland
And she’s bringing Judd Apatow and Bill Hader with her.
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Jul 14th 2015, 8:00 PM