TG4 showcases five films, featuring the Irish premieres of ‘Kneecap’ and ‘Fidil Ghorm’, at the 36th Annual Galway Film Fleadh. The films span diverse genres and themes, highlighting the rich tapestry of Irish storytelling and filmmaking. Irish Premiere of KNEECAP KNEECAP, a thrilling biopic based on the formation of the revolutionary Irish-language rap trio KNEECAP, stars band members Mo Chara, Móglaí Bap, and DJ Próvaí alongside Academy Award® nominee Michael Fassbender.
Set in West Belfast in 2019, the film chronicles the trio’s journey to musical stardom. KNEECAP was the winner of the Sundance NEXT Audience Award. Writer/Director: Rich Peppiatt Cast: Naoise Ó’Caireallán, Liam Óg O’Hannaidh, DJ Próvaí, Michael Fassbender, Simone Kirby, Fionnuala Flaherty, Josie Walker and Jessica Reynolds.
Producer: Trevor Birney, Jack Tarling, Patrick O’Neill Irish Premiere of KNEECAP – Tuesday, July 9 | 19:00 | Town Hall Theatre Irish Premiere of Fidil Ghorm (New Cine4 Film) Fidil Ghorm, a heartwarming Irish-language drama, tells the poignant story of 10-year-old Molly, who believes learning to play the fiddle like her comatose father might awaken him. Her quest for musical magic leads her to a grumpy but talented fiddler in a rehab center, sparking a journey of hope and healing. Director: Anne McCabe Writer: Patricia Forde Producers: Bríd Seoighe, Pierce Boyce Cast: Ruadhán Flatharta, Marcus Lamb, Sarah Jane Scott, Siobhan O’Kelly, Barry Mc Gove.
