Award-Winning Short Film Shines a Spotlight on Kerry Talent
Significant Acclaim
Notably, Clodagh won Best Live Action Short Film at the Irish Film & Television Academy (IFTA) Awards in 2025.
Additionally, the film was also shortlisted for the 97th Academy Awards in the Live Action Short Film category.
Kerry Talent
Jessica Guerin, a native of Beaufort, County Kerry, now living in London (pictured below collecting two awards at the HollyShorts Festival in London) contributed to the film as Associate Producer and Production Manager and Siobhan Linehan of Dan Linehan’s, Killarney served as Production Assistant.
A Heart-Warming Story
Clodagh, tells the heart-warming story of Mrs Kelly, a lonely priest’s housekeeper whose discovery of Clodagh, a young Irish dancer, promotes a moral and spiritual dilemma.
The 16-minute film is brought vividly to life by the performances of Bríd Ní Neachtain The Banshees of Inisherin and Róise and Frank and Katelyn Rose Downey The Nun a two-time world champion Irish dancer.
In an interview, Ní Neachtain expressed excitement about the opportunities she has received in her sixties, attributing them to the increasing number of female screenwriters and directors in the industry.
Shot In Ireland
Shot on location in Cork and Waterford (pictured below left) and filmed on 35mm Kodak film, a rarity in today’s digital landscape, Clodagh boasts a talented cast and crew, with contributions from Ireland, UK and America.
Remarkable Festival Journey
Clodagh has captivated audiences worldwide and its festival journey has been nothing short of remarkable.
Clodagh has received official selections from renowned festivals, including Tribeca in New York, Short Shorts & Asia in Japan, HollyShorts in Los Angeles, Aesthetica in the UK, Flickerfest in Australia.
It has also claimed significant awards such as the Spalding & Jackson Award at the Cleveland Film Festival, Best Live Action Short at the Belfast Film Festival, Grand Prix Best Irish Short at the Cork Film Festival and dual awards Kodak Best Shot on Film and Best Drama at HollyShorts London, the only film to achieve this feat.
Clodagh continues to receive attention for its compelling storytelling and the contributions of its talented cast and crew.
Expect More From The Award Winning Husband And Wife Team
Huge congratulations to Michael Lindley and Portia A. Buckley of Afternoon Pictures who wrote, produced and directed Clodagh and tirelessly champion Irish film. Long may their magnificent work continue.
