As Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet continues to dominate the early 2026 awards season, its critical success feels like a defining cultural moment. With 11 BAFTA nominations (the most ever for a female-directed film), alongside eight Oscar nominations and a Golden Globe win for Best Motion Picture Drama, the film has secured its place in contemporary cinema. Yet beneath the accolades lies … [Read more...] about A defining moment for Irish talent: Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley at the heart of Hamnet