There’s exciting news in the Film Ireland office as Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland have announced the recipients of their pilot Audience Development Fund. Among the 20 successful projects, Film Ireland is delighted to be selected to deliver our Screen Sessions initiative later in 2024.
The Audience Development Fund represents a significant investment in the future of Irish cinema, animation, and documentary filmmaking. It aims to foster a broader and more diverse audience for independent Irish productions while promoting cinema attendance and accessibility to a wide range of viewers. With this project, we get to highlight our nation’s wonderful emerging talent while celebrating our rich cinematic history in the process.
Screen Sessions is not just a series of podcasts; it’s a platform for the next generation of creative voices to connect, learn, and be inspired by the past achievements of Irish cinema. Through intimate conversations, we will provide the scope for filmmakers to delve into the stories, insights, and experiences of key talents of their predecessors. The sessions will culminate in a live event towards the end of the year. .
Film Ireland is grateful to Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland for their support as we invite film fans, aspiring filmmakers, and lovers of cinema to join us for our upcoming season.
Stay tuned for updates!