Irish Film & Television Academy (IFTA)

The Irish Film & Television Academy is saddened by the passing of beloved and Oscar-winning Irish actress Brenda Fricker, who was aged 81. Thinking of Brenda’s family and friends at this time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam. Read more: ifta.ie/news/brendafri…

The Siege of Jadotville won three IFTA Awards in 2017, with Richie Smyth taking home Best Director, as well as Best VFX for Tim Chauncey and Best Supporting Actor for Jason O’Mara☘️ An iconic Irish film that is well worth a rewatch this month!💚 #IFTA #TheSiegeOfJadotville

This month, The Siege of Jadotville celebrates its 10 Year Anniversary!✨ Based on the book by Declan Power, adapted by Kevin Brodbin and directed by Richie Smyth, it features standout performances from Jamie Dornan, Mark Strong, Jason O’Mara, Sam Keeley, Richard Lukunku & more.

IFTA Luncheon 2026!✨ A fantastic afternoon at this year’s IFTA Annual Luncheon during the Galway Film Fleadh!💚

From Christy to Kneecap, the festival has showcased incredible Irish talent over the years☘️ This year’s Fleabh is already off to a great start, wishing all participants the very best of luck!💚 #IFTA #galwayfilmfleadh

As the 38th edition of the Galway Film Fleadh continues, we're taking a look back at some of the festival's award-winning films that went on to achieve great success at the IFTA Awards✨

The Guard also made Irish box office history, becoming the highest-grossing Irish-made independent film in Ireland after surpassing The Wind That Shakes the Barley. An iconic Irish film that is well worth a rewatch this week! 💚 #IFTA #theguard #brendangleeson #doncheadle

The Guard won IFTA’s Best Film Award in 2012, while John Michael McDonagh took home Best Director and Best Script. Fionnula Flanagan won Supporting Actress for her performance as Eileen Boyle✨

It's the 15th anniversary of The Guard, which was released in cinemas on July 07th 2011!☘️ Written & Directed by John Michael McDonagh, the film features standout performances from Brendan Gleeson, Don Cheadle, Liam Cunningham, Mark Strong, David Wilmot, Fionnula Flanagan & more

The event, presented in association with Screen Ireland, took place at the Savoy Cinema. A special thank you also to director Darren Thornton for moderating such a brilliant discussion💚

A big thank you to Robbie Ryan, for delivering such an informative IFTA Cinematography Masterclass!✨ Robbie shared his knowledge and expertise, working with Directors to bring their vision to screen.

This event is in association with Screen Ireland, and will be moderated by Darren Thornton, IFTA-Winning Director of Four Mothers and A Date for Mad Mary - it will no doubt be a fascinating discussion💚 #IFTA

Ahead of our Cinematography Masterclass with Robbie Ryan, we’re taking a look at his extraordinary career to date✨