HEADSTRONG Documentary.

Posted: January 7, 2019 in Documentary, Film
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HEAD STRONG

(Working Title)

Head Strong (Working title) is an emotional journey with Brain Injury survivors, families of victims, the professional medical staff and the post injury support services, as they battle continuously to rebuild lives and make sense of the traumatic events, that suddenly impacted their world.

Simon suffered a sudden subarachnoid haemorrhage in Oct 2016 and thankfully survived. By telling this and other survivors stories, it is hoped that new awareness can be made about acquired brain injuries in Ireland.

This documentary is in development and hopefully moving to preproduction early 2019.

If you have a story that you feel links into the the story of this documentary then please send an email to the address below. We will try to respond to all emails.

headstrongfilm@gmail.com

 

Live 95FM interview 07/01/2019

LIT LECTURER DRAWING ON EXPERIENCE OF SUFFERING BRAIN INJURY TO MAKE DOCUMENTARY

  • By Live95FM News Team
  • 07 January 2019

LIT lecturer drawing on experience of suffering brain injury to make documentary

An LIT lecturer is drawing on his experience of suffering a brain injury to make a documentary on the subject.

Simon McGuire, a film and broadcast editor, was struck by a brain haemorrage out of the blue in 2016, and wants to use his road to recovery to raise awareness of the issue.

He’s looking to speak to other sufferers and their families for the production.

But he also understands that some of those people may find telling their stories difficult.

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80% of Troy Crew to be from Limerick. Limerick Voice Article

Posted: December 7, 2018 in Education, Film, Television
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I had the pleasure to be interviewed on the impact of Troy Studios, by the team at UL’s student publication; Limerick Voice, which is available with this weekend’s edition of the Limerick Leader.

Careers in Screen

Posted: November 19, 2018 in Cameras, Documentary, Editing, Education, Film, Filming, media, music, Music Video, Technology, Television
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The newly announcement of the rebranding of Screen training Ireland to Screen Skills Ireland, have also released an information site for budding film-makers, students and anyone considering a career in the creative screen sector.

According to their website:

Careers in Screen is a dedicated space that outlines the broad range of job roles available in the screen industry in Ireland and directs you to the most appropriate routes to the roles. The content has been developed by Screen Skills Ireland in consultation with screen industry professionals. It is available to help guide you if you are thinking about a career in the screen sector.

If you are interested in getting some information on your chosen career path then this site aims to give you the initial guide on what maybe required for each position. Click on the image above for the link or HERE

If you are looking for a third level programme in the Broadcast and Film sector then click on the image below for the ‘Creative Broadcast and Film Production‘ Programme which is now at LSAD, LIT.

Creative Technologies Programmes join LSAD

Posted: November 15, 2018 in Education, Film, music, Technology, Television
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Students and Staff of the Creative Technologies programmes listening to the announcement of their move to LSAD

Students of the Creative Broadcast and Film Production programme along with the Music Technology Production Programme we’re addressed to by the Dean of the Limerick School of Art & Design; Mike Fitzpatrick and the head of the Creative Design department; James Greenslade this week. The students were inform of the move of the two programmes from the Electrical and Electronic Engineering department to the Creative Design School.

This move brings about a more streamlined approach for the programmes as well as a whole range of new opportunities for current and future students. Opening new industry links and collaborations with Creative Design students at the Clare Street and Clonmel campuses.

This is initially a governance change and the students will be remaining at the current premises at Moylish for the foreseeable future however the graduation ceremonies from 2019 onwards will take place at the gallery space in LSAD on Clare Street.

This new era is the beginning of an exciting future for the Creative Technologies programmes.

Creative Media Funding Applications

Posted: November 6, 2018 in Film, Television
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As per their website, Creative Europe Desk Ireland MEDIA Office, and IFTN.ie, the info and applications for funding in a number of sectors of the film and television industries has been released.

See the links below for applications deadlines and further info:

CREATIVE EUROPE MEDIA DEADLINES

Please note that there is a new online format for MEDIA Calls which are now presented in one portal with Guidelines divided into two main parts:

  • Part A gives general information about the objectives, priorities, criteria and general rules applicable to all calls for proposals.
  • Part B provides information and criteria per specific call for proposals.

CREATIVE EUROPE DESK IRELAND – MEDIA OFFICES

The Creative Europe Desk Ireland MEDIA Offices offer sector-specific information on funding opportunities for Creative Europe’s MEDIA sub-programme for the audiovisual and cinema sectors.

  • Film: Fiction, Documentary, Animation
  • Television: Drama, Animation, Documentary
  • Games: Narrative led
  • Digital Media: Apps, VR, 360
  • Festivals and Film Education
  • Training: Professional Development

CREATIVE EUROPE DESK IRELAND – MEDIA OFFICE

The Creative Europe MEDIA sub-programme is promoted in Ireland by two Offices which provide information on the programme’s funding and opportunities. We offer advice and support to applicants as well as free information seminars on industry topics, training, and networking events. The MEDIA Office is funded by the European Commission in partnership with Bord Scannán na hÉireann/The Irish Film Board and RTÉ.

Orla Clancy
Creative Europe Desk Ireland – MEDIA Office
14-16 Lord Edward Street
Dublin 2.
+353 1 6791856
email

CREATIVE EUROPE DESK IRELAND – MEDIA OFFICE GALWAY

The Creative Europe Desk MEDIA Office Galway serves as a regional MEDIA office with a remit to provide information and services as Gaeilge to the growing Irish language audiovisual community. It is funded by the European Commission in partnership with Údarás na Gaeltachta, TG4, Bord Scannán na hÉireann/The Irish Film Board, and the Galway Film Centre.

Eibhlín Ní Mhunghaile
Creative Europe Desk Ireland – MEDIA Office Galway
Cluain Mhuire, Monivea Road, Galway.
+353 91 770728
email

CREATIVE EUROPE DESK NETWORK

There are Creative Europe Desks in over 35 EU countries. Contact details for these desks can be found here.

RHIFF Awards Show

Posted: October 31, 2018 in Cameras, Editing, Education, Film, Filming, live Event
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On Sunday 28th October, the staff and students of the Creative Broadcast & Film Production produced the Gala Awards show for the Richard Harris International Film Festival(RHIFF).

This was the second year the show was produced for the RHIFF. Previously it was produced for the Limerick Film Festival (LFF)(which joined with RHIFF in 2017)

Consisting of a three camera shoot and pre-edited award clips the show was attended by national and international film makers as well as some well known faces such as, Former WBO Middle Light Weight Boxing Champion Andy Lee, Actors; Jenny Lee Dixon, Nigel Mercier and representatives of Warner Bros UK and Warner Sisters Inc.

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The full awards show is now available to view here:

 

Richard Harris Film Festival 2018

Posted: October 18, 2018 in Film
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The full schedule is now available on the Richard Harris Film Festival Website HERE

LIT Open Days

Posted: October 11, 2018 in Education, Film, Technology, Television
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LIMERICK OPEN DAYS 2018

Limerick Institute of Technology Autumn Open Days 2018 will take place at the Moylish and Clare Street, Limerick campuses on Thursday 18th October and Friday 19th October from 9.30am – 2.00pm.

When you’re thinking about what college to choose, it can be a daunting process – there are so many factors to consider, from course choice and location to accommodation costs. As a student in LIT, you will enjoy a fun and rewarding college journey.

LIT is among the most vibrant and connected institutions in Ireland. Each of our campuses is a community of learners, where you can get to know your classmates and lecturers in a relaxed and positive environment. We deliver over 120 courses to students through our 5 campuses in Limerick, Thurles and Clonmel, along with our Education Centre in Ennis.

So, come along to our Open Days and learn more! These days are an ideal opportunity for you to sample our wonderful facilities first-hand and gain further information on the wide variety of courses available at LIT. Each day, you can meet with representatives from our Academic Faculties and Departments, meet current LIT students and avail of presentations and campus tours.

At Moylish campus, an introductory presentation will commence every 30 minutes from 9.30am; the last presentation will commence at 1.00pm.

Students that have a specific interest in Art and Design programmes should visit our Clare Street campus where specific information on our Art & Design programmes will be available. Talks pertaining to the Art and Design programmes will take place at the Clare Street campus. Specialist Art and Design talks will run throughout the day at LSAD, Clare Street, along with tours of studio spaces and other facilities.

NOTE: To ensure that all students get equal access to lecturers and facilities, we have to enforce hourly limits on the numbers we can facilitate on campus.  As a result, Open Day bookings (for school groups) are allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis so it is advisable to contact our Schools Liaison team without delay should you wish to attend on either day.

For bookings, contact Ann McBride at 0504 28021 or email: schools@lit.ie.

Richard Harris Film Festival Launch

Posted: October 2, 2018 in Advertising, Cameras, Documentary, Editing, Education, Film, Filming, live Event, media, Music Video, Radio, Technology, Television
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(As per RHIFF Facebook)

RHIFF launching in Fade Street Social by Dylan McGrath on Tuesday and in The George Hotel Limerick on Friday 5th at 6.30pm. More info coming to your inbox and messenger on the Limerick Launch later today.
Looking forward to seeing everyone at both these events!

This time 4 weeks we will be heading into our Live Script Read, followed by the Richard Harris Retrospective Screening and then…. The Awards Show and Gala Afterparty.

Simon McGuire is currently working on editing and compiling a wonderful awards show while the RHIFF Team Sylvia, Zeb Moore & Rob Gill and Clown Noir are putting together pre show entertainment that will knock your socks off.. in Millennium Theatre

Our opening act will be….. you’re just doing to have to wait for the big reveals on Tuesday and Friday!

Millennium Film Club Returns

Posted: September 28, 2018 in Film
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The Millennium Film Club returns to LIT this coming week with an impressive line up of classic and cult films.

Check it out below or download the PDF HERE  Official Film Season

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