Episodes
In our first episode of 2022, Nimah and Gerry have a long overdue catch up on Irish film news, chat about what's on Netflix and have a rant about the BAFTA nominations. Then Niamh is joined by Damo and Ross to talk about their documentary Love Yourself Today ahead of its IFL screening in London on Feb 15th (Tickets here)   Catch the trailer for Love Yourself Today on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksoEHCSYdDI    The Irish Film London Podcast is presented fortnightly by...
Published 02/11/22
The IFL Podcast is back for another season - find out what all the fuss is about
Published 02/08/22
Our final special edition episode from Irish Film Festival London 2021, and the last IFL podcast of 2021! In this episode, Caoimhe O'Malley catches up with Redemption of a Rogue director Philip Doherty and Michelle Diegnan hosts a Q&A with Vivienne Dick after the sold out premiere of her documentary New York Our Time. The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Caoimhe O'Malley. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media...
Published 11/25/21
Another special edition episode, recorded during Irish Film Festival London 2021. In this episode, Caoimhe O'Malley catches up with some emerging Irish talent at one of our short film screenings in Riverside Studios, including chats with Aisling O'Regan Sarent (director of Cease), Jade Jordan (The Colour Between), Gordon Hickey (The Cure) and Paul O'Flanagan (Memento Mori). The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Caoimhe O'Malley. For more about Irish Film London, visit...
Published 11/20/21
A special dispatch from the IFL team, recording from Irish Film Festival London 2021.   We bring you an exclusive interview with Dónall Ó Héalai, recorded with Caoimhe O'Malley, followed by a recording of the Q&A from our festival Opening Gala screening of Arracht, with writer/director Tom Sullivan, in conversation with IFL's Gerry Maguire.
Published 11/18/21
Director of 'A Brixton Tale' Darragh Carey sits down to chat to Niamh about his debut feature film about A wealthy YouTuber, Leah, chooses a shy young man, Benji, as the subject of her documentary. They fall for each other, but the desire for edgy footage leads them down a violent path.   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media...
Published 10/26/21
Writer & director Rachel Carey and the stars of Deadly Cuts: Angeline Ball, Erika Roe, Lauren Larkin and Shauna Higgins chat with Niamh about their new black comedy film along with some hilarious hairdresser experiences. Go see it in cinemas now!    The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media...
Published 10/12/21
Joe Lawlor, Christine Molloy and Orla Brady join IFL's Niamh Branigan to chat about their brave new feature film. Rose Plays Julie follows an adopted girl who seeks out her birth mother and discovers that the woman has no desire to meet her. What she discovers changes both of their lives. The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media...
Published 09/28/21
Niamh chats to the writer and director Cathy Brady of feature film 'Wildfire' starring Nora-Jane Noone & Nikka MaGuigan. The story of two sisters who grew up on the fractious Irish border. When one of them, who has been missing, finally returns home, the intense bond with her sister is re-ignited.  The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social...
Published 09/14/21
Niamh gets to chat with the Rouge crew including:  writer & director Philip Doherty and cast Aaron Monaghan, Aisling O'Mara & Kieron Roche. In cinema's now! The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is...
Published 08/31/21
Director Ruth Meehan and Leading Lady Gemma-Leah Devereux chat to Niamh Branigan about their new feature film 'The Bright Side'. The Irish Film London Podcast is produced by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media platforms:  twitter.com/irishfilmlondon facebook.com/IrishFilmFestivalLondon instagram.com/irishfilmlondon Our theme music is Acid Trumpet by Kevin McCloud. ...
Published 08/17/21
We're going back to one of our St Brigid's Day Festival Events where Gerry sits down with an IFL audience with Irish Film Director & IFL Patron Lenny Abrahamson. Where they discuss his Oscar nominee film 'Room' and hit tv show 'Normal People'    The Irish Film London Podcast is produced by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media...
Published 08/03/21
Double Niamh! IFL's own Niamh Branigan caught up with rising Irish star Niamh Algar to talk about her prolific career so far, inlcuding her new film Censor from director Prano Bailey-Bond, and what it's like attending awards ceremonies from home.   The Irish Film London Podcast is presented by Niamh Branigan and mixed and edited by Owen Billcliffe. For more about Irish Film London, visit irishfilmlondon.com, and follow us on our social media...
Published 07/20/21
Spotlight membership executive Mel Brown joins Niamh with actors Toni O'Rourke and Ayoola Smart to chat about all things self-taping and self care in the acting business. 
Published 07/06/21
Gerry Maguire chats to the incredibly inspiring makers and creators of The 8th Film; Ailbhe Symth, Andrea Horan and Lucy Kennedy. 
Published 05/25/21
In today’s episode Gerry chats to the makers and creators of Documentary ‘Groundswell’ Activist and filmmaker Johnny Gogan joins us along side Leitrim activitst Eddie Mitchell. Groundswell chronicles the decade long struggle of Leitrim and Fermanagh residents as they fight against the threat of fracking in their communities. in this chat we discuss its themes and the wider aspects of Johnny’s work along with Ed reminding us the fight isn’t over!
Published 05/11/21
Our podcast today is a bit different in a few ways, one it’s conducted by our new Head of Irish Film London Gerry Maguire and it’s also an interview about a film that hasn’t even been made yet “The Last Moon” Today we’re meeting Sean McConville and Stéphanie Joalland from Frenzy Films.   Irish Film London are newly proud partners with Stowe Story Labs and Sean is the recipricantt of the 2021 Irish Film London Fellowship. This is awarded to a top emerging UK based screenwriter or...
Published 04/27/21
We chat to Irish writer, director and editor Sean Clancy about his introduction into film, how he's found working in the industry and whats coming next!
Published 04/13/21
New up and coming filmmaker & actor Micheal-David chats to Niamh about his most recent projects and plans for the future! 
Published 03/30/21
One of our patron's Moe Dunford joins Lara to chat about pandemic life as an actor & past and future projects! 
Published 03/16/21
Join us while we go back in time to November 2019 in Regent St Cinema where Cathy Cullen and a packed audience talk to two of the funniest women in comedy, Roisin Conaty and Bridget Christie. They speak about second and third generation Irish and Irish females killing it in the comedy scene! 
Published 02/08/21
Niamh sits down with Claire Byrne, Jo Halpin & Emma Wall to talk about their all female production company, their journey together, the importance of telling female stories and staying sane and creative throughout the pandemic. 
Published 02/02/21
Irish Film London are delighted to announce that Irish actor Saoirse Ronan has became an Irish Film London patron. Saoirse said “Irish Film London has developed a brilliant platform for Irish filmmakers and actors to showcase the breadth of their talent across the UK. They have helped to cultivate a strong reputation for Irish film here, so I’ve always found there to be a warm reception on the ground and a recognition of the quality of our work.” In our latest podcast Saoirse speaks to...
Published 11/16/20