Luke: In new anti-Christmas comedy, father goes on one-man crusade against most commercial time of year
Here we are in early July, and "Murphy Vs Christmas" is set to premiere at the Galway Film Fleadh, followed by a wide release.
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Strange Occurrences in a Small Irish Village, Reviewed
Aoife Kelleher’s documentary about the village of Knock, is “simply put, a magnificent achievement”, writes Luke Maxwell.
Viva, Reviewed
Selected as the Irish entry for the 88th Academy Awards, Paddy Breathnach’s film explores familial relationships, sexuality and machismo in Havana, Cuba.
Luke: Watching the IFI’s Films for the Blind
“For me, cinema is the gateway to the rich and detailed view of the world that those more fortunate than myself experience every day,” writes Luke Maxwell.
In Irish Film, It’s Mostly Men Writing the Scripts
A recent event at the IFI looked at the gender imbalance in the Irish film industry, something the Irish Film Board says it will work hard to address over the next three years.
A Day Like Today, Reviewed
In this low-budget earnest variation on the magic hobo picture, director Gerard Walsh creates a touching film with a powerful finale.
Sing Street, Reviewed
Should we welcome “Once” director John Carney’s new film “Sing Street” with swaying arms and clicking fingers or turn a deaf ear?