Fastnet Short Film Festival
Wednesday 20th to
Sunday 24th May, 2020
12 Years of
Fastnet Film Festival
The Do’s and Don’ts of Script Development
POSTED: 21/04/17
In discussion with veteran independent producer John Kelleher, Irish screenwriter and director, Michael Kinirons will offer filmmakers practical pointers on how to handle ‘Development Hell’. Michael, currently based in Baltimore, brings a unique perspective...
Documentary Development on the Frontline
POSTED: 21/04/17
A Masterclass with veteran journalist, Simon Stanford. Simon is working on the frontline of human conservation conflict on his newest film, Whose Game is it? It explores the central conflict that conservation of Africa’s...
Beyond the Woods
POSTED: 20/04/17
Director Sean Breathnach introduces his film, Beyond the Woods – a supernatural horror, set in an isolated house in the forest. Seven friends have decided to meet up after not seeing each other for...
New for FFF2017 – Filmmakers’ Hub
POSTED: 20/04/17
The Hub, a new addition this year, is a place for filmmakers to share ideas, brainstorm, network or just hangout. Have a pizza and a pint for €10 or enjoy a coffee and why...
Lenny Abrahamson introduces The Lobster
POSTED: 20/04/17
In this dystopian society, single people must find a mate within 45 days, or be transformed into the animal of their choice and released into the woods. Colin Farrell stars as David, just dumped...
In Conversation… Award-winning Producer Noel Pearson with John Kelleher
POSTED: 20/04/17
Noel Pearson began his career managing The Dubliners. Moving into theatre, he became Chairman and then Artistic Director of the Abbey Theatre. His many successes as theatre producer include, Brian Friel’s Dancing at Lughnasa,...
Crossing the Line: From Shorts to Feature
POSTED: 19/04/17
Writer/Director Megan K Fox in conversation with Producer Hilary Durman What are the particular challenges facing filmmakers starting out at a time of constant change? Hilary Durman will talk to award-winning writer/director Megan K...
The Dance of Documentary Ethics
POSTED: 19/04/17
A workshop exploring the ethics of documentary filming Screening of Justine followed by a workshop on the ethics of filming a young woman with advanced neurological disorders. How should we make films with subjects...