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We speak to Director of Film Classification, Dr Ciarán Kissane on the show today re- the latest report from the Irish Film Classification Office (IFCO). https://lnkd.in/e8JWWPXJ Stats from 2024 show the number of films classified for cinema release has reached a new peak, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. A total of 1,365 theatrical works were classified, including feature films, shorts, and trailers, marking a 20% increase from 2023. Irish-originated films accounted for 17% of features and shorts classified, a significant jump from 10% in 2023, reflecting a thriving Irish film industry, with titles like 'Kneecap' and 'Small Things Like These' making it into the top 25 box office hits. Most features and shorts classified for Irish cinema release originated from India (24%), followed by the US (23%). Ireland comes in third (17%) then the UK (13%), Europe (13%), and Rest of the World (10%). IFCO has to deal with complaints too. In 2024, the office received 15 correspondences related to 11 films, with only one formal complaint. Issues ranged from concerns about violence in the American vigilante action-thriller 'The Equaliser 3', themes of kidnapping and child abandonment in the animated comedy 'The Garfield Movie', to debates over the classification of black comedy thriller 'Saltburn'. The feedback from 'The Equaliser 3' said three 16-year-old boys fainted from sheer terror watching the rented film at home. Interestingly, the film was rated 16 for cinemas but 15 for streaming. Dr Kissane says IFCO and streaming services work from different guidelines and can apply different ratings, but says parents need to play a role as well and keep informed of what might be in a film. Listen in : https://lnkd.in/e_snDihV #IrishFilm #Cinema #IFCO #FilmIndustry #FilmClassification

One of the highlights of my journey was being a featured commentator on ESPN’s 30 for 30 series discussing the American Gladiators, covering the good, the bad, and the ugly of the popular ‘90s TV show. I have provided expert commentary on various platforms regarding the societal role of sports. If you're interested in having me speak on corporate social responsibility through sport in a keynote, media interview, workshop, or panel discussion, feel free to reach out to me here or visit my website: www.shaunmarqanderson.com #sports #publicpolicy #humanrights #media #corporatesocialresponsibility Watch the discussion here: https://lnkd.in/gG5eU_TU

#September5 is hands down one of the best films of the year. The film recounts the real life situation during the 1972 Munich Olympics, where an American sports broadcasting crew found itself thrust into covering the hostage crisis involving Israeli athletes… I sat down with #PeterSarsgaard and #BenChaplin to discuss the film, the media landscape today and more…#entertainmentnews

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This will be an interesting watch 👇! The Baroness Casey review has some interesting learning recommendations so will be good to see this version of events.

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The Cavalry Isn’t Coming to Save Indie Film Independent filmmakers, here’s the truth: If we keep trying to make movies the way Hollywood does, we will fail. We’re not playing at the same table. And the way things are set up, we never will. Hollywood has $100M budgets. We’re working with $1M (if we’re lucky). You know what happens to the runts of the litter? They die. But here’s the good news: We don’t need their table. The technology and distribution landscape have changed. Elegant, powerful films can be made with fewer resources. The barrier isn’t the budget—it’s the skill and talent. Here’s what you need to focus on: Audience first, film second. Build your base early. Share your journey. Engage the people who will care about your story before you shoot a single frame. Scout talent relentlessly. Find the actors, DPs, and collaborators who are ready to break through. They’re out there—waiting for someone like you to see their potential. Simplify your production. Ask yourself: What could I achieve with a crew of five? Start small, and scale strategically. Tell a story that can’t be ignored. It’s not about explosions or spectacle. It’s about performances, vision, and heart. Indie film isn’t about competing with Hollywood. It’s about doing what they can’t. The cavalry isn’t coming. But that’s okay. We can save indie film ourselves. Lean in. Get scrappy. And make something extraordinary. Check out the full breakdown in this week’s newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gy4Bw58W