I’m an actor planning to move to Ireland, wanted to know what the vibe would be like towards non Irish actors looking to work in films or tv there. Is diversity welcomed or is it an obstacle? For info, I’m a Pakistani actress who can pick up accents quickly if needed. I have no idea what the acting community is like there and would love an inside opinion from actors or filmmakers.
Hi all
I'm an actor with a good few roles under my belt ie a small part in an indie feature, a lead in a short film that has gone to Fastnet, Boyne Valley and Waterford, a music video for a really good up and coming band amongst other projects like commercials and a TV series
After leaving my previous agency last year, I signed with a new one this year that I love(great correspondence, good auditions, professional but personable) and so I am currently trying to find auditions for Short films especially Screen Ireland, Storyland or Virgin Media. My agents were saying because pay is low and they don't want to take the percentage from the actor, they leave it to them to find them.
So was wondering, if anybody has advice on where to find some(am on Fishpond and Spotlight, in the FB groups, on Instagram, have relations in the industry from side hustles, friends, projects worked on and relationships in general where I might hear about stuff) or if I should be doing more. I would love to be in one that goes to DIFF or Galway.
I had emailed my agent about this and they said they were looking into this, so in the meantime, was wondering what I can do.
Cheers, any advice is greatly appreciated.
Hi, I'm a 22 year old from Italy, and I'm thinking about moving to Ireland to try and get a job in the film industry.
I've just graduated university in a film course and I've directed 3 independent short movies, so I have a bit of experience but unfortunately Italy is a very sick place for aspiring filmmakers.
I was thinking about attending the bife course for film&TV next year, so that I can build a stronger portfolio, but after that i'd like to start working instead of attending university again (as I already have a degree).
I'm willing to make a lot of sacrifices, as well as my family, who will support me financially too, so i'm not worried about trying, buy I was wondering if, in your experience, you think i could have a chance.
Also, do production companies usually hire people like me? I'm looking forward to submitting my movies to film festivals, but maybe being employed in the meantime would help me create a bigger network and work my way up the ladder.
Three great Irish films written by Roddy Doyle; The Commitments, The Snapper, & The Van. I wanted to join the discussion, but the older threads are archived. Anyone else watch these recently?