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SCHOOLS SCREENINGS

Our 2024/25 IFI Schools Programme is here! You can view this years programme here.

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Schools Screenings 24/25 in IFI

Booking opens soon, contact schools@irishfilm.ie for other enquiries.

Tickets: €6 per student, teachers go free. Please note, once paid, tickets are non-exchangeable or refundable.

Please check age classification of film before booking.

See Plan-Your-School-Visit-to-the-IFI & Ways to Pay .

 

SENIOR CYCLE FRENCH

THE FANTASTIC THREE

(LES TROIS FANTASTIQUES)

 Three friends, Max, Tom and Vivian, who spend all their time together as the Fantastic Three, supporting each other in and out of school. A gripping tale of conflicting ties of friendship and family. Age rec: 15+

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Irish Film Institute

Tuesday, October 15th 10.30

Thursday, December 5th 10.30

Tuesday, January 28th 10.30

Tuesday, February 11th 10.30

Tuesday, March 25th 10.30

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Monday, November 18th 10.30 Athlone, IMC Athlone – BOOK NOW

SENIOR CYCLE GERMAN

THE TEACHERS’ LOUNGE

(DAS LEHRERZIMMER) 

 Shortlisted for an Academy Award in 2024, Das Lehrerzimmer follows Carla, a new teacher at a German junior high school. This thrilling drama set in everyday surroundings is unlike any other school-based film. IFCO: 12A

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Irish Film Institute 

Wednesday, October 16th 10.30

Tuesday, January 7th 10.30

Thursday, March 27th 10.30

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Monday, November 18th 10.45 Athlone, IMC Athlone – BOOK NOW

SENIOR CYCLE SPANISH

LOVE & REVOLUTION 

(TE ESTOY AMANDO LOCAMENTE) 

 

 Seville, 1977. Single mother Reme lives with her son Miguel, a wannabe torch singer and performer. Through his love of the stage, he befriends a group involved in the growing LGBT rights movement. Age rec: 15+

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Irish Film Institute 

Thursday, October 17th 10.30

Wednesday, December 11th 10.30

Thursday, January 9th 10.30

Wednesday, March 19th 10.30

Tuesday, April 29th 10.30

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JUNIOR CYCLE FRENCH

NENEH SUPERSTAR

 Neneh loves to dance and perform, and fulfils her dreams of joining the prestigious Paris Opera Ballet School. Despite the barriers she faces, Neneh’s bubbling energy endures in this charming film which is a celebration of talent and perseverance in the face of prejudice. Age rec: 12+

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Irish Film Institute

Wednesday, November 20th 10.30

Wednesday, January 8th 10.30

Thursday, February 27th 10.30

Wednesday, April 29th 10.30

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JUNIOR CYCLE GERMAN

GREETINGS FROM MARS

(GRÜSSE VOM MARS) 

 When his mother moves to China for work, Tom and his siblings must go and stay with their grandparents. The young boy hates change to his routine, so his mother persuades him to view the move as a trial trip to Mars.

Age rec: 12+

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Tuesday, November 12th 10.30

Thursday, February 13th 10.30

Wednesday, April 2nd 10.30

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JUNIOR CYCLE SPANISH

LA SUPREMA

 Set in the town of La Suprema, a tiny and remote Columbian village in the Caribbean region, where teenager Laureana finds out her estranged uncle will be boxing for the world championship. Terrific insight into rural Columbian life and great performances in this amusing and warm story. Age rec: 12+

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Thursday, November 7th 10.30

Thursday, January 30th 10.30

Thursday, April 10th 10.30

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SENIOR CYCLE ENGLISH

SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE

 Set in small town Wexford, it is 1985 in the run-up to Christmas. Bill Furlong (Cillian Murphy) toils as a coal merchant to support himself, his wife and his five daughters. IFCO: 12A

Irish Film Institute  

Wednesday, November 13th 10.30 SOLD OUT

Tuesday, November 26th 10.30

Thursday, December 12th 10:30

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LEAVING CERT ENGLISH WEEK!

13th-19th January 2025

NT LIVE: KING LEAR

 Shakespeare’s great tragedy gets a magnificent interpretation from Ian McKellan as the king who prepares to divide his kingdom between his daughters. Age rec: 15+

Irish Film Institute  

Thursday, December 3rd 10.15

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BARBIE

 Hi Barbie! A new English Prescribed Text for 2026, Mattel’s iconic doll is brought to life by director Greta Gerwig in this pink feminist retelling. IFCO: 12A

Irish Film Institute  

Tuesday, January 14th 10.30

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MACBETH

 Tony and BAFTA Award winner Ralph Fiennes and Olivier Award winner Indira Varmastar star in a brand-new production of William Shakespeare’s Scottish play. Age rec: 15+

Irish Film Institute  

Wednesday, January 15th 10.15 SOLD OUT

Tuesday, February 25th 10:30

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THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN

 A new Prescribed Text for 2026, Martin McDonagh’s Oscar-winning dark comedy transports you to the fictional island of Inisherin, where old friends Pádraic and Colm are at odds. IFCO: 16

Irish Film Institute  

Thursday, January 16th 10.30

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E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL

 Spielberg’s enduring family drama has been capturing the imagination of audiences ever since its release. IFCO: G

Irish Film Institute  

Thursday, February 6th 10.30

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This screening will be accompanied by a practical workshop on composing for film using music software, aimed at TY music students and open to TY musicians of any level. Spaces limited – contact schools@irishfilm.ie for booking queries.
THE HOLDOVERS

 At a New England boarding school, students who aren’t travelling home stay on at the school over the Christmas break. A compelling, hugely comforting Christmas film about finding family where you least expect it. IFCO: 15A

Irish Film Institute  

Tuesday, December 17th 10.30

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I COULD NEVER GO VEGAN

 Thomas Pickering documents the veganism lifestyle. Among the interviewees is Meath resident, Randal Plunkett, 21st Baron of Dunsany, filmmaker, landowner and rewilding advocate. Age rec: 15+

Irish Film Institute

Tuesday, February 4th 10.30

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Randal Plunkett will attend for Q&A after the screening.
THE OLD OAK

 When a bus of Syrian refugees arrive, misplaced frustrations among the locals bubble to the surface. TJ, the pub’s landlord, befriends young Syrian woman named Yara. IFCO: 15A

Irish Film Institute  

Wednesday, February 5th 10.30

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IRISH FILM WEEK

THAT THEY MAY FACE THE RISING SUN

 Based on the final novel by renowned Irish author John McGahern, this film portrays a year in the life of Joe and Kate Ruttledge, who have left London and moved back to the rural village where Joe grew up. IFCO: 12A

Irish Film Institute  

Tuesday, January 21st 10.30

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EAT/SLEEP/CHEER/REPEAT

 The little-known Irish Cheerleading team want to put Ireland on the cheerleading map and are busy preparing for World Championships in Florida. IFCO: 12A

Irish Film Institute

Wednesday, January 22nd 10.30

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BALTIMORE

 Baltimore follows the radicalised Rose Dugdale from English landed gentry family to member of the IRA and her involvement in the The Beit paintings heist. IFCO: 15A

Irish Film Institute

Thursday, January 23rd 10.30

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View the stolen masterpieces!

Discover more of the Beit collection at the National Gallery of Ireland. Tours available at 2pm and 3pm on 23rd January to support your viewing of the film, spaces strictly limited. Email tours@ngi.ie to book.
KNEECAP

 An origin story turned biopic of Belfast hip-hop group Kneecap. IFCO: 15A

Irish Film Institute

Thursday, March 20th 10.30

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IFCO approved note: 

The Irish Film Classification Office (IFCO) awarded a 16 certificate to Kneecap, rating the film as suitable for ‘persons 16 and over’. After the film, Director of Film Classification, Dr Ciarán Kissane, will be on hand to talk to students about the process of film classification.
TWIG

 A modern re-telling of the Greek tragedy Antigone, set against a backdrop of Dublin’s gangland. Young Twig dreams of escaping with her lover Eamon. IFCO: 15A

Irish Film Institute

Tuesday, April 8th 10.30

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GAEILGE 

SEACHTAIN NA GAEILGE  1-17 MÁRTA 

TARRAC 

 The underdog team is a familiar sports film motif, but this Irish language drama is nonetheless enjoyable for that. IFCO: 15A

Irish Film Institute

Tuesday, March 11th 10.30

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FIDIL GHORM

 10-year old Molly’s dad is in a coma. When he is moved to a rehabilitation centre, following his accident, she believes she needs the magic of music to wake him up. Age rec: 12+

Irish Film Institute

Thursday, March 13th 10.30

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GREYHOUND OF A GIRL

 This delightful animated film, based on Roddy Doyle’s 2011 novel, follows Mary O’Hara, an 11-year-old girl with a passion for cooking which is encouraged by her adoring grandmother Emer. IFCO: PG

Irish Film Institute

Wednesday, December 4th 10.30

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PUFFIN ROCK AND THE NEW FRIENDS  

 Set on the beautiful Irish island of Puffin Rock, young puffin Oona undertakes a challenging mission to protect the home she loves. IFCO: G

Irish Film Institute

Wednesday, February 12th 10.30

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PUFFIN ROCK AGUS CAIRDE NUA

 Ar Chreag na bPuifíní, oileán álainn in Éirinn, glacann Oona an tasc dúshlánach uirthi féin a baile féin a bhfuil grá aici dó a chosaint agus a chinntiú go dtiocfaidh a pobal slán. IFCO: G

Irish Film Institute

Wednesday, March 12th 10.30

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KENSUKE’S KINGDOM  

 Celebrate World Book Day by taking a journey to desert island in this fantastic adaptation of the much-loved Michael Morpurgo book. IFCO: PG

Irish Film Institute

Thursday, March 6th 10.30

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BIRDSONG

 Celebrate Dawn Chorus Day with your class, with a viewing of this stunning documentary following ornithologist Sean Ronayne from Cork. IFCO: PG

Irish Film Institute

Thursday, May 1st 10.30

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Careers in Screen 

Our annual Careers in Screen programme with Screen Ireland will take place in IFI in 2024 and 2025.   

Careers in Animation 

Our special half-day Careers in Animation will take place on the 23rd October 2024. This day will feature award winning animators, q&a with studio guests and Screen Ireland’s National Talent Academy for Animation Panel. It is an ideal event for young people thinking about careers in the animation industry.  More info here.

Careers in Screen (15-18 years) 

On March 5th 2025 the annual Careers in Screen Day will take place in IFI, this day is programmed to encourage students (15 – 18) to think about a career in the film industry. There will be a screening, talks with established filmmakers and demonstrations of aspects of filmmaking.  Due to limited capacity at some workshops, booking is necessary. Keep an eye on Irish Film Institute(ifi.ie) for more information.

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