Galway team behind new detective drama

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Crá, beginning Monday, November 11, is a six-part crime mini-series on Garda Conall Ó Súilleabháin’s forbidden investigation into the murder of his mother, whose body is discovered 15 years after her disappearance.

EYE gets creepy for Hallowe’en

Thu, Oct 24, 2024

Ghouls, ghosts and goblins young or old are in for a treat when visiting the EYE this Hallowe’en: there are plenty of family films on the menu including the critically acclaimed The Wild Robot (G), the new release Rebellious (PG), the adventurous Transformers One (PG) and more.

Sporting comedy to shake your hurl at

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

The Hurler: A Campion’s Tale will be shown a An Taibhdhearc, on Saturday, October 26, as part of the 2024 Galway Comedy Festival. This special screening of a homegrown comedy hit will be followed by a question and answer session with the film’s writer, director and star, Tony Kelly, and special guests.

Galway Film Society celebrates 60 years of film

Thu, Oct 03, 2024

For sixty years Galway Film Society has been at the heart of culture in Galway and the west of Ireland. And at the heart of GFS for most of those years were Joe and Bridie McMahon.

All Sorts win 48-hour movie challenge

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

Last weekend the eighth annual Little Cinema/Galway City of Film 48 Hour Challenge had 10 teams each create a five-minute film within 48 hours.

Pálás cinema to screen Robinson documentary

Thu, Aug 15, 2024

Fresh from its launch at the Galway Film Fleadh, a documentary on the professional life of lawyer and Ireland’s first female head of state, Mary Robinson, will go on general release on Friday, August 23.

Kneecap Review: A blend of ketamine-soaked satire as Gaeilge

Films Reviews Thu, Aug 15, 2024

Last Saturday evening we decided to do something different, so headed to the cinema. I hadn’t been very often since Covid, something I realised as I handed over more than the cost of the tickets for Coke and popcorn. To be fair, my grandchildren had warned me.

Arts Festival to showcase Electro pioneer Sakamoto

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Acclaimed Dublin ensemble Glasshouse will perform a new arrangement of the work of renowned composer and music pioneer Ryuichi Sakamoto at the Róisín Dubh this Saturday, July 27, from 7.30pm.

Ransomed frog steals the show

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

Twenty-five years later, they are still singing the same old song when their own TV show gets cancelled, and to make matters worse, Froggie is stolen.

'Fidil Ghorm' to enchant at Film Fleadh

Thu, Jun 20, 2024

The latest offering from the Cine4's collaboration with Screen Ireland/Fís Éireann and TG4, Fidil Ghorm is a new Irish language film for the Galway Film Fleadh that will transport audiences to a world of music, magic, and the resilience of the human spirit.

EYE Cinema to show Europa and Champions League finals

Thu, May 16, 2024

Remaining tickets are now difficult to get for the Europa League final taking place in the Aviva Stadium, so the second best venue is the EYE Cinema in Galway. Sit back and relax in the comfort of your favourite local cinema - and get ready to enjoy Atalanta vs Bayer Leverkusen kicking off at 8pm on Wednesday 22nd May.

‘May the Fourth be with You’ at EYE

Thu, May 02, 2024

By Maxim Kelly
Dust off your light sabres, iron your capes and… um… brush your wookie! May the Force be with you on Star Wars Day.

Connemara locations a major draw for new film

Thu, May 02, 2024

Although based on a story set in rural Leitrim, a new film shot in County Galway is winning accolades, with its stunning landscapes a major factor.

WRAP: investment support for screen production in the western region

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

As the landscape of the west of Ireland continues to prove a preferred location for screen production - both on a national and international scale - there is a growing need to establish infrastructures to support this.

Le Chéile (together)- artist talks with Lorraine Fletcher

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

The Gallery Wall at Daróg is designed to establish a haven for local artists to showcase their talents. Lorraine Fletcher will be exhibiting her new collection of work entitled 'Connections', from Tuesday, April 30 until Monday, June 10.

Hollywood calling: Galway boy wanted for movie

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Plans are afoot for a new movie to be filmed in the west of Ireland this summer, and its producers have an opening for a young star in the making.

No Spaghetti Westerns for Galway's Italian film fest

Thu, Apr 18, 2024

Organised by the Italian Embassy, the Italian Institute of Culture and the Italian-Irish Chamber of Commerce, the festival will take place across Dublin, Cork and Galway from April to May. This is the third year of the Italian Film Festival in Ireland, and its first time in Galway.