As a long time user of DaVinci Resolve Studio, I value this NLE highly in both my professional work as well as an academic when instructing my students.
Recently with the release of the new public beta version of DaVinci Resolve 20, and its huge amount of new features, their announcement video claimed about a possible upgrade fee in the future. Resolve is loved by users for both its intuitive use as well as its non-subscription, and thus this announcement created a worry that this non-subscription platform was coming to an end. However Darren Mostyn, who i highly recommend editors and colourists follow his YouTube account (click his name to go to that account), managed to speak to a representative from BMD Europe and get a full definition of what this upgrade fee will actually be. Check out the video below:
This week came the announcement of a US production to begin filming their first series here in Limerick at Troy Studios. This comes on the back of a successful pilot which was produced at Troy Studios in 2023. Stephen Hall, was a graduate of the Creative Broadcast & Film Production programme at LSAD, TUS and is one of the producers of the programme. Paul C.Ryan, Film in Limerick Coordinator, explains more about this
As The Wayfinders begins filming at Troy Studios, Limerick and at locations in the region, we look back at the filming of the pilot episode.
Film in Limerick is proud to welcome back a major international production as filming begins on the epic fantasy series, The Wayfinders, at Troy Studios and on location throughout the region.
Set in a richly imagined world of myth, magic, and ancient conflict, The Wayfinders follows a band of unlikely heroes as they journey through a fractured realm in search of unity, purpose, and power. Featuring immersive storytelling, striking visuals, and a cast of both rising stars and familiar faces, the series promises to captivate fans of high fantasy worldwide.
Pre-production is now underway in Limerick, following the successful filming of the pilot episode in the region in October 2023. The pilot starred Mackenzie Crook (The Office, Pirates of the Caribbean) and was directed by Glen Winter (Smallville, Arrow, The Flash).
The production, from US-based Arrowstorm, and Limerick’s Dark Day Pictures, is expected to generate hundreds of local jobs and bring significant economic impact to the area.
Producer Stephen Hall of Dark Day Pictures added: “We’re thrilled to bring The Wayfinders Season 1 back to Limerick and the region. As a Limerick local, it’s so exciting to be making our magical show in the region and putting our wonderful locations and talented crew front and center, on the world stage. The support from the councils, businesses and the community has been incredible. We have so much to offer in the Midwest, it’s quite special to build the film community here with the help of Film In Limerick and the talent of the local crew.”
With pre-production already underway, filming is set to begin later this month. Further announcements regarding casting and release dates are expected in the coming weeks.
Left to Right: Paul C. Ryan, Film in Limerick, Tara Doolan, Line Producer, Sean Flynn, Location Manager, Mike Jones, Producer, Justin Partridge, Writer & Exec Producer, Mayor John Moran, Jennifer Griffin, Exec Producer, Rachael Power, Film in Limerick, Stephen Hall, Producer
Blackmagic Design has just announced the latest update of their Non Linear Editing software, DaVinci Resolve 20. Their focus this time seems to be the editors and creators of Hollywood and pushing their NLE as the best choice for the demands of the content creation.
“DaVinci Resolve is the world’s only solution that combines editing, color correction, visual effects, motion graphics and audio post production all in one software tool! Its elegant, modern interface is fast to learn and easy for new users, yet powerful for professionals. DaVinci Resolve lets you work faster and at a higher quality because you don’t have to learn multiple apps or switch software for different tasks. That means you can work with camera original quality images throughout the entire process. It’s like having your own post production studio in a single app! Best of all, by learning DaVinci Resolve, you’re learning how to use the exact same tools used by Hollywood professionals!”
The upgrade software is available for both the free and studio (paid) versions from their website HERE
There is a recommendation that if you are willing to upgrade now, that you make sure you backup your databases, outputting and keyboard settings as well as any additional LUTs you may have installed.
My advise too would be not to upgrade if you have projects still in post… finish and deliver and wait for a break in your editing schedule before updating any NLE software. This will reduce any possible issues and incompatibilities for your workflows on a project.
The Department of Digital Arts and Media at TUS is delighted to invite you to our ShowcaseEvent presenting the work of students from the Music Production and Technology & Creative Broadcast and Film Production degrees at TUS Moylish Campus, Limerick.
Event Schedule:
Music Production and Technology Showcase:
9:30 AM Film Screenings: Enjoy popular film clips with reimagined sound effects, dialog, and music from our 2nd year Music Production & Technology students.
10:30 AM Premiere of 1st Year Student Group Song Compositions: Witness the creativity and talent of our 1st year students.
11:40 AM Live Performances: Experience a variety of musical numbers arranged and performed by students from 1st year.
1:15 PM Millennium Sessions Production Premiere: Watch highlights from our in-house student-led events and production teams from Music Production & Technology 3rd years and Creative Broadcast & Film Production’s inhouse student production group, FilmCel.
2:00 PM Live Performances: Featuring arrangements and compositions created and performed by our final year students.
Creative Broadcast and Film Production Showcase:
9:30 AM – 3:00 PM Creative Broadcast & Film Production Showcase Screening: Watch student productions including broadcast, documentary, animation, and award-winning final year student films in the theatre foyer. Headphones provided for an immersive experience.
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM ‘Try it Yourself’ Drop-in Tasters: Host your first podcast, capture your first professional photos, and shoot your first movie frames in the theatre foyer.
1:15 PM – 2:00 PM Millennium Sessions Production Premiere: Watch highlights from our in-house student-led events and production teams from Creative Broadcast and Film Production Year 3 FilmCel and Music Production 3rd years students in the theatre.
We believe this showcase will be a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in both Music Production and Technology and Creative Broadcast and Film Production courses at TUS to experience firsthand the variety of projects, skills, and formats students create as part of these courses.
Lecturers and students will be available throughout the day to provide information on the courses and answer any questions you may have about studying with us.
If you wish to attend, please complete the booking form above or below.
We look forward to welcoming you to what we hope will be an inspiring and entertaining event.
Film CEL releases new episode of ‘Word on The Street’ produced by CBFP Year 3 Work Practice students
Congradulations to Year 3 Film CEL crew of LSAD, on the release of the final episode of ‘Word on the Street’ Series 8 Episode 5. This episode features stories on the N.I.C.E. Italian Film Festival, The Access All Areas event at Troy Studios and the upcoming Millennium Sessions Programme in April.
Produced by the crew of Film CEL, LSAD’s in-house production unit.
TUS, Limerick School of Art and Design (LSAD) to host N.I.C.E. Italian Film Festival, Limerick, 27–29 March 2025 – TUS – Millenium Theatre
Free admission – All welcome!
On 27th-29th March 2025, the N.I.C.E. (New Italian Cinema Events) Italian Film Festival will come to Limerick for the first time.
Thanks to a collaboration with the Limerick School of Art and Design (LSAD), the Festival will further broaden its horizons with a series of four screenings in Limerick, at the TUS Millenium Theatre, Moylish Campus.
Programme and tickets (tickets are free, but advance booking required):
Event organised by – Creative Broadcast and Film Production, Department of Digital Arts and Media LSAD.
The following four selected films will be screened in Italian with English subtitles:
THURSDAY, 27th March
6 pm– ‘Romantiche’ by Pilar Fogliati, Comedy, 2023 (108’)
ROMANTICHEby Pilar Fogliati:
Rome and its surroundings serve as the backdrop for the hilarious adventures of four different girls, all played by actress and first-time director Pilar Fogliati. Despite their differences, both in social class and geographical origin, the girls are all linked by a romantic soul that will lead them to cross their destinies. A hilarious debut feature that won 1 Nastro d’Argento and 2 Globo d’Oro 2023 – TRAILER
We regret to inform you that, due to technical difficulties, we are unable to screen ‘Parthenope’ by Paolo Sorrentino. Instead, we will be showing 2024 box office success, ‘Diamanti’ by Ferzan Özpetek. Below is a brief synopsis of the film:
A film director gathers his favourite actresses, those he worked with and those he loved. He wants to make a film about women but he doesn’t reveal much: he observes them, takes cue, until his imaginary throw them into another era, in a past where the noise of the sewing machines fills a workplace handled and populated by women, where men have minor and marginal roles and cinema can be told from another point of view: the one of costume. Between loneliness, passions, anxieties, heartbreaking absence and unbreakable bonds, reality and fiction permeate, as well as the lives of the actresses and those of the characters, the competition and the sisterhood, the visible and the invisible – TRAILER
SATURDAY, 29th March
4 pm– ‘Real’ by Adele Tulli, Documentary, 2024 (83’)
6.30 pm – ‘Gloria!’ by Margherita Vicario, Drama, 2024 (108’)
REALby Adele Tulli:
“Real” is a kaleidoscopic and immersive audiovisual journey that explores what it feels like to be human in the digital age. After an acclaimed world premiere at the latest Locarno Film Festival, it won the Jury Prize at the Villa Medici Film Festival, dedicated to the relationship between cinema and contemporary arts – TRAILER
GLORIA! by Margherita Vicario:
The year is 1800; the place, Sant Ignazio College, a decrepit old musical institute for girls, somewhere near Venice. Here lives “the Mute”, a silent, solitary maid tasked with the humblest chores. No one knows that her name is Teresa; no one suspects that she possesses an extraordinary talent that enables her to sense the harmony of the universe and reshape reality through music – TRAILER
The main event is on Friday (28th) with Festival opening reception and the screening of the film ‘Diamanti’by Ferzan Özpetek.There will be refreshments and live music!
Event organised by – Creative Broadcast and Film Production, Department of Digital Arts and Media, LSAD
A number of my students recently enquired about my opinion on buying a new mac for video editing. They were confused about the silicon choice (M1 to M4 and probably let’s face it… M5 down the road) as well as the best graphic and RAM option. As I use Avid Media Composer, Da Vinci Resolve, and at times Adobe Creative Suite, I realised that the students had a point about the many choices.
Upon checking a few sites the following article came across my browser and it does a good job in answering some of the students questions as well as a few of my own. Having an ageing 27” 5K iMac myself, I will be looking closely on the options available for a future investment, and the advise in this article by Jeff Greenberg will help in my and hopefully the students decision.
The National Talent Academy Crew South & West are offering the opportunity to hear from professionals in Film, TV, Radio and Media.
Listen to career advice from companies and industry experts working on projects for major broadcasters and international brands. There will also be an opportuntiy to visit with vendors from educational organisations.
Location & Date
Troy Studios, NATIONAL TECHNOLOGY PARK PLASSEY, Castletroy, Limerick
Thursday 13th March 10am-4pm
Registration Process:
Please click here to fill out the registration form by 1pm Wednesday 12th March. An email will follow to confirm your place.
All National Talent Academy programmes are provided without discrimination based on gender, race or ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, or sexual orientation. An inclusive environment that welcomes participants from diverse communities is promoted.
Avenue Productions are delighted to announce that their short film ‘Warts and All’, directed by Pat Shortt will screen at the upcoming coming Irish Film Festa, in Rome this March.
“Aron, a single thirty something, attempts to navigate falling in love, while attempting to hide his insecurities. He wrestles between his longing to fit in and being true to himself, unsure whether the real him is too much for anyone to love.”
Starring: Michelle Lehane and Danny McCafferty
Directed by: Pat Shortt
Edited by: Simon McGuire I.S.E.
Produced by: Lee Crowley, Orla Clancy, Liam Kearney
Unlock your creative potential with the BSc (Hons) in Creative Broadcast and Film Production at TUS in Limerick City. This dynamic, skills-based programme covers film and TV production, visual effects, editing, screenwriting, and more, preparing you for a thriving career in Ireland’s booming film and broadcast industry. With hands-on work placements, industry-led practices, and opportunities to showcase your work at the LSAD Graduate Show, you’ll gain the experience needed to succeed.
Simon McGuire 