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.
HotHouse 2026: Discover the Future Stars of Irish Cinema at DIFF
Witness the premiere of 8 visionary short films at HotHouse 2026. Join us at the Dublin International Film Festival on Feb 27th to celebrate the next generation of Irish filmmaking talent.
FRESH30: 13 Award-Winning Short Films by Ireland’s Young Filmmakers
Celebrate 30 years of Fresh Film! Catch 13 award-winning short films by Ireland’s young filmmakers (2015-2024) at Omniplex Cinemas in Dublin, Cork, Galway, & Limerick. Sat, Dec 6th, 12pm. Tickets €5. Book now: omniplex.ie (Search ‘fresh30’).
Fresh Film International Festival: Find the Perfect Award Category for Your Film
Submit your film to the Fresh Film Festival! Discover 12+ award categories from Animation to Best Performer. Ireland’s top showcase for young filmmakers