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National Talent Academy Shorts
Hosted by the Dublin International Film Festival, this special event presents the world premiere of live-action and animation works produced under the First Credit Short Film Scheme and the NTA Short Film Fund. These programmes are proudly presented by the National Talent Academy for Film & Television Drama (NTAFT), the National Talent Academy for Animation (NTAA), and Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland.
LITTLE CAESAR
Dir. Amy Tierney
A young lamb journeys towards acceptance and belonging in a world that values appearances over true character.
A LITTLE BIRD TOLD ME
Dir. Sophie Meehan
A teenage girl caring for her seriously ill father attempts to contact the spirit of Phil Lynott, to prove to her dad that there's life beyond death.
I BELONG
Dir. Fatoumata Gandega
Laliya navigates her cultural identity and belonging, reconciling Somali heritage with suburban life in Ireland while facing isolation and misunderstanding.
AN LÁR
Dir. Liam Weir
Four Dubliners head for home.
STRAY
Dir. Kim Bartley
When her foster placement breaks down, a teenage girl reluctantly embarks on a road trip with her social care worker.
UNANIMATED STRANGERS
Dir. Róisin Sinai Kelly
A young woman takes the daily commuters on a journey through her memories of a past relationship.
WOULD YOU RATHER
Dir. Sophie O'Donovan
A young woman shows up uninvited to a friend’s gathering, where a game of ‘Would You Rather?’ makes things interesting.
ROMANCE IS DAD
Dir. Dave Moran
It’s Mikey and Drew's first weekend away alone since the birth of their kids. Will they be able to reignite that romantic spark?
BRÓN
Dir. Cat Mangan Williams
By a riverside, a man battling personal demons finds unexpected companionship in a curious fox.
OVER THE MOON
Dir. Rory Fitzpatrick
On a journey to see the stars, Jay, a young trans man confronts his childhood in the Burren.
SPOOKY
Dir. Adeola Lawal
A young child feels disconnected at home until an unexpected guest shakes up their routine.
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