Jayne Foley Wins Global Impact Leadership Award at Cannes
Fresh Film founder Jayne Foley wins the Impact Leadership Award at Cannes 2026, celebrating 30 years of empowering young Irish filmmakers.
Meet our Alumni: Emma Whelan
Meet 2025 Young Filmmaker of the Year Emma Whelan. Discover her journey from filming vlogs on her phone to winning at Troy Studios, and her advice on having faith in your creative voice.
Meet our Alumni: Conor McMahon
From DIY horror trilogies in 1996 to feature films like “Let the Wrong One In,” Director Conor McMahon shares 30 years of filmmaking insights, the joy of “in-camera” editing, and advice for the next generation.
Meet our Alumni: Tommy Flavin
Filmmaker Tommy Flavin shares valuable lessons from 10 years in the industry. Learn why you should never “reject yourself”, the impact of Fresh Film, and why you must always take a chance on your work.
Meet our Alumni: Pippa Molony
Writer, director, and musician Pippa Molony reflects on the impact of Fresh Film’s Hothouse program and the importance of resourcefulness, truthfulness, and collaboration in building a creative career.
Meet our Alumni: Ella Nethercott
Discover the journey of filmmaker Ella Nethercott, from winning Ireland’s Young Filmmaker award to exploring the intersection of psychology and cinema. Read her insights on storytelling, vulnerability, and the importance of showing your work early.
Liam Raymond: Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year 2026 – Full Winners List Inside
Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year 2026 has been announced! Liam Raymond won for his film ‘Deep Where the Cailleach Lives’. Discover all the winning short films from the Fresh International Film Festival on YouTube.
Ireland’s Junior Young Filmmaker of the Year 2026
Limerick hosted the thrilling junior final of the Ireland Young Filmmaker of the Year. Read our recap of the event, showcasing Ireland’s brightest young film talent.
Celebrating 30 Years of Fresh Film: Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year 2026
Join the celebration as Fresh International Film Festival marks its 30th anniversary! From the Young Filmmaker of the Year awards at the Mansion House to international conferences and industry masterclasses, discover the full 2026 program here. Don’t forget to vote for the Audience Award on YouTube!
Hothouse 2026 Premieres at DIFF
Relive the highlights of the HotHouse / DIFF 2026 premiere! Discover the 8 incredible short films from Ireland’s rising stars, now streaming on RTÉ Player.