Gar O’Brien has been appointed the new programmer for the Galway Film Fleadh, and takes over the post from Felim MacDermott, who programmed the fleadh from 2006 to 2010.
Gar is a long-time member of the Galway Film Fleadh staff where he gained experience in venue management and programming. He studied English and Psychology at UCC and completed a Masters Degree in Film Studies at the Huston School of Film and Digital Media in NUI, Galway. He is currently writing a PhD on issues of complex and ambiguous narration in contemporary cinema.
“I am delighted to have the opportunity to build upon the achievements of Felim MacDermott and look forward to delivering an ever more varied and exciting programme for audiences both old and new,” said Mr O’Brien on his appointment.
Miriam Allen, managing director of the fleadh said: “I wish Felim all the best and thank him for his amazing contribution over the past five years. I look forward to working closely with Gar over the coming months. Gar’s passion for film is both inexhaustible and infectious and I am certain he will bring his unparalleled enthusiasm and devotion for all kinds of cinema to this position.”
The 23rd Galway Film Fleadh takes place from July 5 to 10. For more information email info@galwayfilm fleadh.com
