Irish Film Festival London
Dedicated to showcasing the greatest Irish stories and storytellers
Tiomnaithe do na scéalta agus na seanscéalaithe is mó Gaeilge a chur ar taispeáint
Since 2011 Irish Film & Television UK (IFTUK) has been dedicated to showcasing, celebrating and screening the best of Irish culture.
Join us at one of our Festivals, Events or Workshops to immerse yourself in world class Irish Film, Television, Documentary and Animation
We bring the Irish cultural experience to all nations and regions of the UK for you to discover and enjoy.
UK PREMIERE SCREENING & PANEL DISCUSSION “THE GEOGRAPHY OF VIOLENCE” BY AWARD WINNING MAEVE MURPHY
Tuesday 17th November 2026 - Doors 6.30pm, Starts 7pm - Free
As part of the lead up to the 15th Irish Film Festival London, Irish Film & TV UK, in partnership with Wise Women, are proud to present the UK Premiere screening of Maeve Murphy’s Critically acclaimed & award winning trilogy of 3 short films “THE GEOGRAPHY OF VIOLENCE”.
Fresh from its international film festival tour, the trilogy of three short films throw a light on the subject of gender-based violence.
Film Ireland commented:
“Maeve’s voice is distinct, and unfaltering. She keeps her finger on the pulse, asking the audience to bear witness, one more time, in the hope that it will soon turn into the last time.”
The free to attend but bookable screening will be followed by a panel discussion with Q & A, which will include Jennie’s Law, the publicly-available register in the Republic of Ireland where those convicted of domestic violence against a partner or former partner are included. Wise Women are campaigning to make the same register available in the UK & Northern Ireland.
The films were nominated for Best Director & Best Actor at Ireland’s Fastnet Film Festival, Best Director at the European Short Film Awards and awarded the Best Short Film Award at the City of Angels Film Festival & Silicon Beach Film Festival in the USA & 4th Dimension Film Festival Indonesia, to mention a few.
Filmmaker, Maeve Murphy & writer/actor Kellie Shirley will be part of the panel discussion, with more guests to be confirmed.
The Event will be followed by Networking.
UK PREMIERE SCREENING & PANEL DISCUSSION “THE GEOGRAPHY OF VIOLENCE” BY AWARD WINNING MAEVE MURPHY
Tuesday 17th November 2026 - Doors 6.30pm, Starts 7pm - Free
As part of the lead up to the 15th Irish Film Festival London, Irish Film & TV UK, in partnership with Wise Women, are proud to present the UK Premiere screening of Maeve Murphy’s Critically acclaimed & award winning trilogy of 3 short films “THE GEOGRAPHY OF VIOLENCE”.
Fresh from its international film festival tour, the trilogy of three short films throw a light on the subject of gender-based violence.
Film Ireland commented:
“Maeve’s voice is distinct, and unfaltering. She keeps her finger on the pulse, asking the audience to bear witness, one more time, in the hope that it will soon turn into the last time.”
The free to attend but bookable screening will be followed by a panel discussion with Q & A, which will include Jennie’s Law, the publicly-available register in the Republic of Ireland where those convicted of domestic violence against a partner or former partner are included. Wise Women are campaigning to make the same register available in the UK & Northern Ireland.
The films were nominated for Best Director & Best Actor at Ireland’s Fastnet Film Festival, Best Director at the European Short Film Awards and awarded the Best Short Film Award at the City of Angels Film Festival & Silicon Beach Film Festival in the USA & 4th Dimension Film Festival Indonesia, to mention a few.
Filmmaker, Maeve Murphy & writer/actor Kellie Shirley will be part of the panel discussion, with more guests to be confirmed.
The Event will be followed by Networking.
LONDON PREMIERE SCREENING & Q & A “A QUIET LOVE”
Friday 20th November 2026 - Doors 7.30pm, Starts 8pm - Tickets: £10
As part of the lead up to the 15th Irish Film Festival, London, Irish Film & TV UK in partnership with the Irish Cultural Centre are proud to present the London Premiere of the multi-award winning feature documentary, “A QUIET LOVE”.
Three Deaf couples. Three remarkable love stories. From a decades-long forbidden romance to an LGBTQ+ couple navigating parenthood with Deaf and hearing children, and a Deaf boxer and his hearing partner facing a life-altering choice, ‘A Quiet Love’ is a cinematic celebration of resilience and enduring love. Produced by a Deaf and hearing team and directed by Garry Keane (IN THE SHADOW OF BEIRUT, GAZA).
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Fascinating, tender, and inspiring” - THE IRISH EXAMINER
“Utterly uplifting” - HOT PRESS MAGAZINE
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Compelling and thought-provoking” - RTÉ GUIDE
Winner of the Doc Edge Film Festival New Zealand, Being Oneself Award, the Audience Choice Award at the San Diego International Film Festival, the Global Production Award in Cannes, Best Feature Documentary at the Celtic Media Awards as well as a sold-out Irish Premiere at the Cork International Film Festival in November 2025.
There will be a BSL Interpreted Q&A with the filmmakers thanks to Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland and Coimisiún na Meán for access support.
LONDON PREMIERE SCREENING & Q & A “A QUIET LOVE”
Friday 20th November 2026 - Doors 7.30pm, Starts 8pm - Tickets: £10
As part of the lead up to the 15th Irish Film Festival, London, Irish Film & TV UK in partnership with the Irish Cultural Centre are proud to present the London Premiere of the multi-award winning feature documentary, “A QUIET LOVE”.
Three Deaf couples. Three remarkable love stories. From a decades-long forbidden romance to an LGBTQ+ couple navigating parenthood with Deaf and hearing children, and a Deaf boxer and his hearing partner facing a life-altering choice, ‘A Quiet Love’ is a cinematic celebration of resilience and enduring love. Produced by a Deaf and hearing team and directed by Garry Keane (IN THE SHADOW OF BEIRUT, GAZA).
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Fascinating, tender, and inspiring” - THE IRISH EXAMINER
“Utterly uplifting” - HOT PRESS MAGAZINE
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Compelling and thought-provoking” - RTÉ GUIDE
Winner of the Doc Edge Film Festival New Zealand, Being Oneself Award, the Audience Choice Award at the San Diego International Film Festival, the Global Production Award in Cannes, Best Feature Documentary at the Celtic Media Awards as well as a sold-out Irish Premiere at the Cork International Film Festival in November 2025.
There will be a BSL Interpreted Q&A with the filmmakers thanks to Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland and Coimisiún na Meán for access support.
15th Irish Film Festival, London & Irish Film Awards
The 15th Irish Film Festival London will take place from 27 to 31 January 2027, with the Irish Film Awards taking place on 1 February 2027.
News of event screenings, workshops, masterclasses & networking events coming soon!
Submissions are open on FilmFreeway
IRISH FILM FESTIVAL LONDON 2025 UNVEILS AWARD WINNERS
IFTUK Is Pleased To Congratulate The Following Awards Winners From The Irish Film Awards, London 2025
Best Feature Film - 'Aontas' | Special Mention - 'Ready Or Not'
Best Feature Documentary - 'Testimony'
Suile Eile Award For Contribution To Irish Film - 'Brenda Fricker'
Best Short Film - 'Three Keenings' | Special Mention - 'Purebred'
The Ros Hubbard Award For Acting - 'Naimh Mccormack'
