The Dove of Lochs

Big Griff

For his first documentary Big Griff, filmmaker Nathan Griffin takes us on an emotional journey to celebrate the life of his uncle Martin Griffin who died in 2021.

A Night of Storytelling

A well known storyteller, Tomas O' Diorain tells tales of the sea around a fire in an old Irish cottage. His storytelling is juxtaposed with images of the sea. This film, thought lost was rediscovered by Houghton Library curators during a cataloging update in 2013.

Kneecap: ARTE Concert

Belfast's own Móglaí Bap, Mo Chara and DJ Próvai perform their politically relevant tracks off their latest album "Fine Art" as they are fresh off their first feature biopic film which is Ireland's official submission for the 2025 OSCARS and as the first Irish language band to be on Jimmy Fallon. Filmed on April 16, 2024 at Yoyo, Paris.

The Two Sights

Explore the disappearing tradition of second sight in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. As we listen to locals' accounts of haunting experiences—phantom horses, ghost voices and other supernatural phenomena—Joshua Bonnetta connects their testimonies with 16mm images and a sonic montage of the physical and aural environment of these enchanted islands.

The Secret of Roan Inish

Ten-year-old Fiona is sent to live with her grandparents in a small fishing village in Donegal, Ireland. She soon learns the local legend that an ancestor of hers married a Selkie – a seal who can turn into a human. Years earlier, her baby brother was washed out to sea and never seen again, so when Fiona spies a naked little boy on the abandoned Isle of Roan Inish, she is compelled to investigate.

Fíorghael

Ever get the feeling someone is talking about you?

Tubberware

A day in the life of a remote well in Connemara - with visits from locals, tourists, pilgrims and other interested parties. This is a satirical look at the negative effects of tourism in a formerly peaceful spot.

Yu Ming Is Ainm Dom

Yu Ming is bored of his life in China and decides to go to Ireland. He studies the language, but is dismayed to find that no one understands him when he gets there.

The Yellow Bike

A boy and his older brother go on a cycling trip to bond over the loss of their mother.

Seachd: The Inaccessible Pinnacle

A young man cannot stop his boyhood quest for the truth - the truth behind the death of his parents and the truth behind his Grandfather's ancient, incredible, fearful stories. A quest that leads him to one of Scotland's most treacherous mountains, The Inaccessible Pinnacle.

Kneecap

When fate brings Belfast teacher JJ into the orbit of self-confessed "low life scum" Naoise and Liam Óg, the needle drops on a hip-hop act like no other. Rapping in their native Irish, they lead a movement to save their mother tongue.

Foighidinn: The Crimson Snowdrop

On Christmas eve a Grandfather tells three grand children an epic tale of patience.

The Moddey Dhoo

Past and present collide when a mythical beast is reawakened by a couple exploring a historic castle on the Isle of Man.

Interrogation of a Highland Lass

Docu-drama about the taking of the Stone of Scone from Westminster Abbey on Christmas morning of 1950 by a band of Scottish nationalist. The Stone of Scone is a holy relic (supposed to have been Jacob's Pillow when he dreamt of the Ladder to Heaven) on which the old kings of Scotland were crowned. It was stolen by Edward Longshanks - of Braveheart fame - in 1296 and had remained at the Abbey since.

Camping

Whilst camping, Ian and Callum encounter something ancient.

An tEarrach Thiar

A boy welcomes his father back from sea, while witnessing the islanders going about their business.

The Longest Ditch

The true story of a farm labourer, Sonnie Murphy, who gets the chance to compete in the steeplechase in the Los Angeles 1932 Olympics. But for every dream there is a price to be paid.

Alberto Tomba - Il bello della neve

The Man Who Was Too Free

A documentary about Boris Nemtsov, a prominent figure of Russian political opposition and an outspoken critic of Vladimir Putin. Nemtsov was murdered in Moscow in February of 2015.

Divided States of America

Review the partisanship that gridlocked Washington and charged the 2016 presidential campaign.