In todays Limerick Leader is the UL student driven, newspaper Limerick Voice, in which is a feature on the Local Film Making Talent in Limerick and the mid-west region. Thanks to journalist Jane O’Flaherty for the stories and coverage.
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Following a tough decision, huge interest and entry list, Ronan Cassidy and the team have announced the two winning films that will receive a €15,000 bursary in conjunction with Behind The Scenes and Limerick City of Culture 2014.
(Taken from Behind The Scenes Website)
Limerick City of Culture 2014 in partnership with Behind the Scenes has announced the two winners of the extremely competitive Film Limerick Scheme, who were selected from 131 applicants. The commissions have been awarded to:
- Cashell Horgan of Babyjane Productions – The Clock Makers Doll
- Liam O’Neill of Paradox Pictures – Lost and Found
Commenting on the commissions, Ronan Cassidy, Film Limerick Project Manager said ‘Film Limerick is a hugely important part of the legacy project for Limerick City of Culture. It has greatly increased awareness of the resources available to film makers in the city. The massive interest in the project will further the aim of Limerick City becoming a film production hub and a major source of employment in the region.
What is most encouraging about the initiative is the extraordinarily high standard in the applications we received. Only two projects could be selected but there is a great wealth of Irish writing talent and it is important to support and encourage this skill.
I would like to thank all the applicants and wish them every success in their future careers. I am looking forward to working with the successful teams in the coming months.’
The Clock Makers Doll, is set in a fictional world, home to the most unusual collection of automatas created. Here a clockmaker lives with his beloved wife who one day dies. Crazed with despair he decides to replace her by building a doll but fails to achieve the perfection he desires. With pressure on him to complete his task before time runs out, he soon realises that the key to the perfect woman is in her heart not her head. The director Cashell Horgan is a multi award winning filmmaker and has been an Oscar shortlist nominee. Filming is scheduled for early March.
Lost and Found, is the charming story of a resourceful young boy and his mother who are trying to come to terms with the recent death of his father. The boy resorts to petnapping local animals and trading them in for rewards, in order to assist his struggling mother. The film will be directed by Liam O’Neill, who has an extensive track record as a screenwriter, director and producer. This film is due to go into production February 16th 2015.
I am looking forward to working closely with Ronan and the two crews in promoting Limerick as a viable destination for film making and anticipate a massive interest and excitement as we see these films along with the Film Limerick Training Films (SEE HERE) being produced. Well done to the Behind the Scenes members who applied and / or helped out on this big project, especially Ronan Cassidy, Paul Corey and Mark Griffin. Also a special mention to Limerick City of Culture team, Sheila Deegan and Kathy O’Grady for their help and guidance. Finally The first bit is complete… now the difficult work begins.
S
This monday (24th november) at Dolans, Dock Road @mydolans the Novemeber meeting of Behind the Scenes will take place.
With the expected announcement of the Film Film Awards and the details of the Training Scheme as well as the BTS internship details, there will be plenty for discussion.
Details will be posted on the website in the coming days. www.behindthescenes.ie
Members of the Royal Steering Group with The Royal Picture Show team and Special Guest Julian Doyle (dir. Monty Python, 3rd from Right) at the 3rd Royal Picture Show.
Check out the website here to book your place at this great mini festival of film.
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Hello Everyone,
Everyone here at HQ in Limerick Institute of Technology is delighted to announce the dates for the 6th Limerick Film Festival as well as the Call for Entries into the annual Short Film Awards 2015.
As always we strive to keep the ethos of the festival focused on the film makers in all the disciplines and 2015 will be no different. While our team is working hard on the schedule of events for the programme we would like to put out the ‘CALL FOR ENTRIES’ for short films from local, national and international film makers.
The Entry Form and Articles for Submission are available form the ENTRY FORMS page on the website.
April 23rd to 25th 2015 will be the festival dates with the festival finishing on Saturday evening, 25th April, with the annual Short Film Awards Show at the Millennium Theatre, Limerick Institute of Technology, Moylish, Limerick.
Once again we are delighted to be back and its all possible with the help of our sponsors and partners: LIT, Limerick City of Culture 2014, Whelan Cameras, Canon, Peli Ireland, The George Boutique Hotel, Behind the Scenes, Tyrell:CCT and Si-Fi.
More news and information on the festival programme as well as a few surprises in the weeks and months to come.
Looking forward to receiving your short films and seeing our friends and making new ones at the festival in 2015.
The debut short film by writer Tommy C Conlon will have its premiere tomorrow night at The Red Hen on Patrick’s Street from 8:30pm.
Play it again son! Will see local actors such as Pius McGrath and Miles Breen star in a period drama based on the iconic and controversial character, Sean South.
Along with other shorts Kevin Keily Jr.’s Movies at The Mezz is becoming very popular amoungst the film loving and making community in Limerick and Monday night’s programme is set to impress again.
This month’s Behind the Scenes gathering will be a Networking Session where filmmakers / students / actors and industry professionals will meet each other on a one-to-one-basis, you will be given time to introduce yourself to fellow filmmakers, to discuss present and upcoming projects.
Date: Monday 29th November 2014
Venue: Dolans (Upstairs)
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Book your ticket now – This will also sign you up to monthly updates and latest news from Behind the Scenes.
This is also an opportunity to speak to industry professionals about finding work experience opportunities.
We look forward to see existing members and new members and guests are welcome.
Extract taken from Behind The Scenes Website
Following on, from what was an incredible weekend to be remembered, here is the short documentary ‘One Giant Leap’ featuring local Limerick actor; Zeb Moore, retelling the story of his experience working with ‘Granny’ and the Royal DeLuxe in Limerick (Sept 2014).
Shot over the three days on location in Limerick City.
Special thanks to Zeb Moore, for his generous time to talk in this piece, as well as the team in Limerick City of Culture 2014 including: Sheila Deegan, Olivia O’Sullivan, Lavinia Duggan and Mike Fitzpatrick.
All the music is by Michel Augier, Royal DeLuxe La Bande Originale!
Documentary Produced by Simon McGuire
Please enjoy and share.
Simon.
Behind The Scenes is back tonight. Dolans Pub on the Dock road at 7pm.
See you there.
Behind The Scenes is back tonight. Dolans Pub on the Dock road at 7pm.
See you there.
