SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE arrives in cinemas on November 1, marking another significant milestone in Murphy’s increasingly impressive filmography.
In his latest venture, Murphy, 48, portrays Bill Furlong in a period drama set in 1985 Ireland. The film, which he personally championed, originated during his time on the OPPENHEIMER set, where he pitched the concept to Matt Damon, describing it as “a little bit Manchester By The Sea meets Doubt.” Damon’s production company, Artist’s Equity, later took on the project.
Based on Claire Keegan’s acclaimed novel, Murphy speaks passionately about the adaptation: “Claire’s story was so perfect and magnificent in its brevity and what it captured, and it moved people and I felt for us, it was our challenge to kind of make a film that did justice to the novel. I never would like to be prescriptive about what people take from film. I just hope that they enjoy it and that maybe, maybe it gets them talking.”
Jessie Buckley has electrified the film world once again as she stepped into the role of the titular character in Maggie Gyllenhaal’s sophomore directorial feature, THE BRIDE. During Warner Bros.’ presentation at the Colosseum inside Caesars Palace, Buckley joined Gyllenhaal on stage to unveil the first look at this groundbreaking reimagining of Mary Shelley’s classic…
In a bold cinematic venture unlike any other, Sam Mendes has assembled an all-star cast of today’s most captivating young actors to bring the legendary story of THE BEATLES to life. This unprecedented project, officially titled THE BEATLES – A FOUR-FILM CINEMATIC EVENT, will feature Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney, Harris Dickinson as John Lennon,…
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…
