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IT'S now a year since Templepatrick film-maker Scott Newton released his debut animated short, Candlelight, which has attracted rave reviews and won numerous awards for 'best animation' at major film festivals across the globe.

A Belfast filmmaker's award-winning documentary on the career of Sinead O'Connor is set to hit TV screens later this month after being picked up by Sky and its streaming service.

KENNETH Branagh's movie Belfast has picked up 10 nods at this year's Irish Film and Television Academy (IFTA) awards, with it's 11-year-old star among those nominated.

DERRY Girls has been tipped to win a string of awards at a major awards ceremony in Dublin tonight.

COLM Meaney has claimed Martin McGuinness was "very badly treated" by the media, as he was named best actor at the weekend for his portrayal of the former deputy first minister.

LIAM Neeson has said he was "humbled" to be recognised by his peers at this year's Irish Film & Television Academy (IFTA) awards.

DERRY-born actress Roma Downey is to be recognised for her achievements as an Irish artist abroad.

LIAM Neeson has said he is "honoured" to be recognised by The Irish Film & Television Academy (IFTA) with an ‘Outstanding Contribution to Cinema’ award.