Academy Award nominee Barry Keoghan continues his remarkable trajectory in Hollywood with his latest starring role in BIRD, set to hit theaters November 8. The acclaimed actor, who earned an Oscar nomination for THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN and recently garnered critical praise for his transformative performance in SALTBURN, leads this new drama from Oscar-winning director Andrea Arnold.
In BIRD, Keoghan takes on the complex role of Bug, a single father in North Kent, starring alongside Franz Rogowski and promising newcomers Nykiya Adams and Jason Buda. The film will celebrate its Irish premiere at Dublin’s Light House Cinema on October 22, marking another significant project in Keoghan’s impressive filmography, which includes standout roles in DUNKIRK and ETERNALS.
The film adds to Keoghan’s growing repertoire of challenging, character-driven roles, following his pattern of working with prestigious directors. Arnold’s selection of Keoghan for this pivotal role further cements his status as one of the industry’s most sought-after talents.
Darren Thornton, a filmmaker from Drogheda, is returning to the big screen this April with FOUR MOTHERS, a new Irish comedy opening in cinemas on April 4. Co-written with his brother Colin, the film has already garnered awards at major international film festivals and will screen locally at Omniplex Drogheda and other cinemas nationwide.The film… Disney+’s sultry period drama RIVALS has captivated audiences with its delicious blend of 1980s nostalgia and steamy storytelling, with confirmation of a second season sending fans into a frenzy. The adaptation of Dame Jilly Cooper’s beloved 1988 novel has proven to be the “bonkbuster” of the year, aching with old-fashioned small screen sex appeal that… The Irish entertainment scene is setting the stage ablaze with an extraordinary sweep of nominations at the upcoming BAFTA TV Awards. This year’s ceremony promises to be a celebration of exceptional Irish talent, with stars from across the Emerald Isle making their mark on the prestigious event. Leading the charge is DERRY GIRLS alum Nicola… Michael Fassbender’s cinematic journey is a testament to artistic resilience and transformative performances. While his recent filmography includes both critical disappointments like the video game adaptation ASSASSIN’S CREED and the thriller THE SNOWMAN, Fassbender continues to captivate audiences with his nuanced approach to acting. His latest film, BLACK BAG, directed by Steven Soderbergh, represents a… Pierce Brosnan is making a thunderous return to the crime genre with MOBLAND, Guy Ritchie’s highly anticipated Paramount+ series that promises to deliver a gritty, pulse-pounding exploration of London’s criminal underworld. Set to premiere on March 30, the show reunites Brosnan with the kind of razor-sharp narrative that made his James Bond era so memorable,… Horror fans, prepare for a spine-chilling resurrection! Director Lee Cronin, fresh off the success of EVIL DEAD RISE, is set to breathe new life into the mummy genre with an unexpected reimagining of THE MUMMY. Jack Reynor, known for his memorable performances in THE PERFECT COUPLE and MIDSOMMAR, will lead the cast in this soon-to-be-unleashed…FOUR MOTHERS in theatres Apr 4
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Ireland’s BAFTA TV nominations
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Pierce Brosnan in MOBLAND
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