The Irish Film London Podcast by Irish Film London

05.05.2023

Lakelands in conversation with IFL

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...

04.21.2023

Sinéad O’Shea (Pray For Our Sinners) and Annie Mac in conversation with IFL

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...

04.07.2023

Andrew Legge (LOLA) in conversation with IFL

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.

03.24.2023

Emily Watson, Toni O’Rourke and Shane Crowley (God’s Creatures) in conversation with IFL

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.

03.10.2023

Bríd Brennan and James Cosmo (My Sailor, My Love) in conversation with IFL

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.

02.24.2023

Irish BAFTA wins + Emer Reynolds and Charlie Reid (Joyride) in conversation with IFL

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.

02.10.2023

Margo Harkin in conversation with IFL (and Birds Eye View)

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...

01.27.2023

Using elevated horror to subvert audience expectations: Jon Wright (Unwelcome) in conversation with IFL

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

01.13.2023

Conor McMahon and Eoin Duffy (Let The Wrong One In) In Conversation with IFL

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.

12.23.2022

The Best of the Irish Film London Podcast 2022

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.

11.19.2022

Luke McManus (North Circular) in conversation wit IFL

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...

11.18.2022

Anna Rodgers, Shaun Dunne and Jade Jordan (How To Tell A Secret) in conversation with IFL

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...

11.16.2022

Frank Berry (Aisha) in conversation with IFL

Frank Berry, director of Aisha (starring Letitia Wright and Josh O’Connor) talks to IFL ahead of the film’s release and its IFFL 2022 festival screening.

11.04.2022

The Cry of Granuaile - Dónal Foreman in Conversation with IFL

Dónal Foreman is an Irish filmmaker "living somewhere between Dublin and New York City" who has already made his mark on Irish cinema with his first two features, Out of Here and The Image You Missed. Now with his third...

10.21.2022

Róise & Frank - Rachael Moriarty, Peter Murphy and Bríd Ní Neachtain in conversation with IFL

Niamh speaks to the filmmakers behind the latest Irish language film to reach our screens, Róise & Frank, while she and Gerry discuss some of the highlights from the upcoming Irish Film Festival London 2022.

10.07.2022

Kathryn Ferguson (director of Sinéad O’Connor doc ”Nothing Compares”) in Conversation with IFL

In this episode we focus on new Sinéad O’Connor documentary Nothing Compares, and present an interview with the film’s director Kathryn Ferguson.

06.17.2022

The Rise of Irish Language Film - an IFL podcast special

A special episode that takes a deep dive into the phenomenal rise of Irish language film in recent years, with lots of guests, as well as Gerry and Niamh’s usual Irish film news round up.

06.03.2022

Alison Oliver (Conversations with Friends) in Conversation with IFL

Your fortnightly round up of Irish film news and an exclusive interview with Alison Oliver (Frances from Conversations with Friends)

05.20.2022

Kate McCullough (Award-winning cinematographer of An Cailín Ciúin/The Quiet Girl) in conversation with IFL

Niamh and Gerry discuss the satisfyingly un-quiet release of An Cailín Ciúin/The Quiet Girl in UK and Irish cinemas; have conversations about Conversations With Friends; and round up some news about two of our favourite Jessie's. Then Gerry has a very...

05.05.2022

The Cellar’s Brendan Muldowney in conversation with IFL

Niamh and Gerry are back to catch you up on tons of new Irish film news, covering An Cailín Ciúin/The Quiet Girl, Conversations with Friends, Derry Girls, and loads more new Irish film fun to look forward to. We also...

04.22.2022

Doineann in conversation with Irish Film London

Niamh Branigan catches up with the team behind new Irish language mystery drama Doineann - director Damien McCann, and actors Peter Coonan, Brid Brennan, Seán T. Ó Meallaigh and Clare Monnelly.

04.07.2022

Kate Dolan, Hazel Doupe and Carolyn Bracken (You Are Not My Mother) in conversation with IFL

The IFL team catch up with You Are Not My Mother director Kate Dolan, as well as leading cast members Hazel Doupe and Carolyn Bracken

03.25.2022

Garret Daly (Nothing to Declare) in conversation with Irish Film London

Gerry and Niamh have a post St Patrick's Day catch up covering all of IFL's new activities, as well as The Batman, Peaky Blinders and meeting the Taoiseach on Trafalgar Square... Then Gerry sits down with director of IFTA winning short...

03.11.2022

Stacey Gregg in conversation with Irish Film London

Gerry and Niamh manage just a quick catch up on this week's episode, covering IFL's exciting St Patrick's Day activities, and the impending IFTA and BAFTA awards ceremonies. Then Niamh chats to the writer and director of Here Before, Stacey Gregg,...

02.25.2022

Benjamin Cleary and Rebecca Bourke in Conversation with Irish Film London

Gerry and Niamh talk about this year's IFTA nominations as well as Oscar nominations for Irish films and show some appreciation for young actors in films this year. Then Niamh chats to director Benjamin Cleary and producer Rebecca Bourke about their...

02.11.2022

Damien Dempsey and Ross Killeen in conversation with Irish Film London

In our first episode of 2022, Nimah and Gerry have a long overdue catch up on Irish film news, chat about what's on Netflix and have a rant about the BAFTA nominations. Then Niamh is joined by Damo and Ross...

02.08.2022

The Irish Film London Podcast (Trailer)

The IFL Podcast is back for another season - find out what all the fuss is about

11.25.2021

IFFL Festival Special: Philip Doherty and Vivienne Dick

Our final special edition episode from Irish Film Festival London 2021, and the last IFL podcast of 2021! In this episode, Caoimhe O'Malley catches up with Redemption of a Rogue director Philip Doherty and Michelle Diegnan hosts a Q&A with Vivienne...

11.20.2021

IFFL Festival Special: Shorts A Haon - emerging Irish talent at Irish Film Festival London

Another special edition episode, recorded during Irish Film Festival London 2021. In this episode, Caoimhe O'Malley catches up with some emerging Irish talent at one of our short film screenings in Riverside Studios, including chats with Aisling O'Regan Sarent (director of...

11.18.2021

IFFL Festival Special: Arracht - a special edition episode of the Irish Film London podcast

A special dispatch from the IFL team, recording from Irish Film Festival London 2021. We bring you an exclusive interview with Dónall Ó Héalai, recorded with Caoimhe O'Malley, followed by a recording of the Q&A from our festival Opening Gala screening of Arracht,...

10.26.2021

Darragh Carey in conversation with Irish Film London

Director of 'A Brixton Tale' Darragh Carey sits down to chat to Niamh about his debut feature film about A wealthy YouTuber, Leah, chooses a shy young man, Benji, as the subject of her documentary. They fall for each other,...

10.12.2021

Deadly Cuts in conversation with Irish Film London

Writer & director Rachel Carey and the stars of Deadly Cuts: Angeline Ball, Erika Roe, Lauren Larkin and Shauna Higgins chat with Niamh about their new black comedy film along with some hilarious hairdresser experiences. Go see it in cinemas now! The...

09.28.2021

Rose Plays Julie in conversation with Irish Film London

Joe Lawlor, Christine Molloy and Orla Brady join IFL's Niamh Branigan to chat about their brave new feature film. Rose Plays Julie follows an adopted girl who seeks out her birth mother and discovers that the woman has no desire...

09.14.2021

Cathy Brady in conversation with Irish Film London

Niamh chats to the writer and director Cathy Brady of feature film 'Wildfire' starring Nora-Jane Noone & Nikka MaGuigan. The story of two sisters who grew up on the fractious Irish border. When one of them, who has been missing,...

08.31.2021

Redemption Of A Rogue Philip Doherty & Cast In Conversation with Irish Film London

Niamh gets to chat with the Rogue crew including: writer & director Philip Doherty and cast Aaron Monaghan, Aisling O'Mara & Kieron Roche. In cinema's now! The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by...

08.17.2021

Ruth Meehan & Gemma-Leah Devereux In Conversation With Irish Film London

Director Ruth Meehan and Leading Lady Gemma-Leah Devereux chat to Niamh Branigan about their new feature film 'The Bright Side'. The Irish Film London Podcast is produced by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish...

08.03.2021

Lenny Abrahamson in conversation with Irish Film London

We're going back to one of our St Brigid's Day Festival Events where Gerry sits down with an IFL audience with Irish Film Director & IFL Patron Lenny Abrahamson. Where they discuss his Oscar nominee film 'Room' and hit tv...

07.20.2021

Niamh Algar In Conversation with Irish Film London

Double Niamh! IFL's own Niamh Branigan caught up with rising Irish star Niamh Algar to talk about her prolific career so far, inlcuding her new film Censor from director Prano Bailey-Bond, and what it's like attending awards ceremonies from home. The...

07.06.2021

Toni O'Rourke, Ayoola Smart & Mel Brown in Conversation With Irish Film London

Spotlight membership executive Mel Brown joins Niamh with actors Toni O'Rourke and Ayoola Smart to chat about all things self-taping and self care in the acting business. The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited...

06.22.2021

Roisin Kearney in Conversation with Irish Film London

Gerry Maguire chats to Irish writer, director, producer and actress Roisin Kearney about her work and route to success with films like Paddy and The Ferry, as well as what she has planned next. The Irish Film London Podcast is presented...

06.08.2021

Andrew Scott in conversation with Irish Film London

Recorded back in 2019 at a special Irish Film London event, this week's podcast features Andrew Scott, in conversation with some lucky young actors who asked him to reflect on his illustrious career so far. If you're enjoying the Irish Film...

05.25.2021

The 8th Film In Conversation With Irish Film London

Gerry Maguire chats to the incredibly inspiring makers and creators of The 8th Film; Ailbhe Symth, Andrea Horan and Lucy Kennedy. The 8th is out now in cinemas across the UK, but you can also watch it onine via IFL's exclusive...

05.11.2021

Groundswell Documentary Johnny Gogan & Eddie Mitchell in Conversation with Irish Film London

In today’s episode Gerry chats to the makers and creators of Documentary ‘Groundswell’ Activist and filmmaker Johnny Gogan joins us along side Leitrim activitst Eddie Mitchell. Groundswell chronicles the decade long struggle of Leitrim and Fermanagh residents as they fight...

04.27.2021

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