The Ardán / RTÉ Short Film Commission is the longest running short film scheme in Ireland
The Ardán / RTÉ Short Film Commission is the longest running short film scheme in Ireland
Offering writers, directors and producers the opportunity to produce a live action short film of up to 10 minutes with mentorship and guidance provided by experienced industry professionals.
A host of talent have graduated from the scheme and gone on to have successful careers in the Irish and international Film and TV industry including David Freyne (Dating Amber), Virginia Gilbert (Silent Witness), Alexandra McGuinness (Lotus Eaters), Juliette Bonass (Rosie, Glassland), Eimhear McMahon (You Were Never Really Here, I, Daniel Blake), Aaron Farrell (Vikings, Penny Dreadful, Love / Hate), Diarmuid Goggins (Kin, Red Rock, Silent Witness) and Morgan Bushe (Jihad Jane, The Belly Of The Whale). The films also featured many current household names such as Nora Jane Noone, Peter Coonan, Gerard McSorley, Ned Dennehy and Liam Cunningham.
The scheme is an annual initiative, follow our social media channels and join our mailing list to keep up to date on upcoming opportunities