'The Big Spool' is an annual student film showcase hosted by the University Film Society. Credit: Octavian Albu (@photoctavian). Ushered from the misty rain into the Bank of Ireland Theatre, we were herded in packs – anticipating the opening of the allusive double doors. Behind them awaited a showreel of fifteen short films, all submitted by young filmmakers from all over … [Read more...] about ‘The Big Spool’ proves student voices are stronger than ever
U2 at 50: An Irish rock legacy
U2 playing at Mount Temple Comprehensive in Clontarf. Credit: U2.com. It took a Trojan effort not to hear some form of muttering about U2 over the weekend. Last Friday marked 50 years since the iconic band’s formation—and the lads certainly didn’t forget to mark the occasion. That cloudy afternoon, crowds flocked outside of Mount Temple Comprehensive in Clontarf. Shortly … [Read more...] about U2 at 50: An Irish rock legacy
Who’s laughing now? – The disappearance of TV laugh tracks
(Vintage television studio 'Applause' and 'Clap' prompt signs. Credit: Emily Tan / CC BY 2.0) If you’re old enough, you may recall the hum of fuzzy stereo speakers blasting an ancient rerun of your favourite sitcom. Then—out of thin air—the oh so familiar cackles of a seemingly invisible studio audience would erupt. Love them or hate them, laughing tracks have been … [Read more...] about Who’s laughing now? – The disappearance of TV laugh tracks
Irish stars don new looks in first reveal of Beatles biopics
Beatles fans received an unexpected treat on Friday morning after images of actors in costume for the upcoming Beatles biopics appeared on postcards scattered across the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts. The photographs were later released online via the band’s official social media channels. The ambitious project will be directed by Sam Mendes, known for films … [Read more...] about Irish stars don new looks in first reveal of Beatles biopics
Who is Jessie Buckley? – A background on Killarney’s Golden Globe winner
It’s safe to say that it’s been an electric week for Jessie Buckley. The Kerry star was dazzled last week after winning ‘Best Female Actor’ at the 83rd annual Golden Globes for her role in Hamnet, the latest drama from director Chloé Zhao based on the novel of the same name. Also starring Kildare-grown star Paul Mescal, the film charts the fictional tale of William … [Read more...] about Who is Jessie Buckley? – A background on Killarney’s Golden Globe winner