Clare has become a favourite among filmmakers, thanks to its stunning landscapes and unique charm, making it the perfect spot for the movies and TV shows.

Virgin Media Ireland, Ireland’s leading telecommunications and entertainment provider, conducted research analysing over 250 top movies and TV shows filmed in Ireland using IMDb data to reveal the most popular filming locations.

Clare ranks eighth, proving it's not only a prime filming location but also a rising hub for talent like Aisling O’Loughlin and James Bredin.

To discuss this further, Peter O'Connell was joined by the director of Smother, Dathaí Keane.

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