DIFF Team

At the Dublin International Film Festival, we believe that cinema doesn’t exist in isolation; it thrives through conversation, criticism, and curiosity. That’s why we’re excited to launch of the DIFF Media Hub, a new initiative supported by The Arts Council, designed to nurture and amplify a broad range of voices in Irish film journalism. Launching as part of DIFF 2026 , the Media Hub brings together an exciting mix of eighteen emerging critics, established writers, podcasters and content...

At the heart of Dublin International Film Festival is the belief that cinema thrives when people come together to share ideas, challenge assumptions, and imagine the future. Alongside our public screenings, DIFF 2026 presents the Festival's most ambitious Industry Programme to date , bringing filmmakers, producers, students, creatives, and decision-makers into the same rooms for eleven days of insight and inspiration. If you're interested in attending a number of these events, the DIFF 2026...

As we approach St Brigid’s Day weekend, Dublin International Film Festival is proud to celebrate women working across every corner of contemporary cinema, from internationally acclaimed filmmakers and performers to emerging voices shaping what comes next. At DIFF 2026 , we’re honoured to welcome an exceptional group of artists whose work spans genres, forms and generations, and whose contributions continue to expand what cinema can be. Among our international guests is Oscar-nominated...