Programme

What a line-up we have for you for the 16th OFFline Film Festival from 8-12 October!

This year sees OFFline’s expansion into Tullamore and Banagher as we strive to bring more movie magic across the heart of the Midlands. We hope that you can find something to make you smile in this programme – from Fright Night to our selection of feature films and short films, masterclasses and workshops.

Wednesday 8 October | 8pm
Birr Theatre & Arts Centre

Pre-Drinks Reception from 7.30pm

Thursday 9 October | 8pm
Esker Arts Tullamore

Doors at 7.30pm

This year, OFFline is delighted to bring its opening night programme, Made in Midlands, to Esker Arts  in Tullamore for a special screening on Thursday.

Showcasing an exciting selection of films from the region, this programme shines a spotlight on the wealth of talent working right here in the Midlands. These films deserve to be seen on the big screen by as many people as possible — so join us, along with a number of the featured filmmakers, for this special event in Tullamore.

Q&A with the filmmakers follows both screenings.

Friday 10 October | From 7.45pm
Ballincard House

OFFline’s spookiest sell-out event returns!

Join us for a terrifying night of thrills in an exciting new venue, Ballincard House.  This carefully curated programme of horror shorts promises to frighten and entertain in equal measures.

Thursday 9 October
Tipperary on Film
Birr Theatre & Arts Centre
5.30pm

Saturday 11 October
Spilt Milk
Birr Theatre & Arts Centre
7.30pm

Sunday 12 October
The Swallow
Birr Theatre & Arts Centre
4pm

There’s something for everyone!

Saturday 11 October

Breaking into the Industry
Dooly’s Hotel | 10am | FREE

Thinking about a career in animation? This panel will dig into the different routes into the industry and what to expect along the way. Moderated by Ronan O’Toole, our panel includes Seán Hogan (storyboard artist and cartoonist), Nicky Gogan (Piranha Bar) and Róisín Sinai Kelly (animator). 

This event is in collaboration with The National Talent Academy for Animation.

From Pocket to Premiere: Smartphone Filmmaking Course Showcase
Birr Theatre & Arts Centre | 1.30pm | FREE

Join us for a free special screening of the short films produced during the Smartphone Filmmaking Course in Offaly (National Talent Academy for Film & TV Drama, in partnership with FilmOffaly).

Saturday 11 October
Birr Theatre & Arts Centre

A rich, diverse selection of shorts is a key fixture of our festival.

We will have x3 sessions of shorts this year:  Animation, and two live-action Competition – Competition Shorts 1 and Competition Shorts 2.

Saturday 11 October
The Space Above, Main St, Birr (above The Organic Store)

Join us for a special masterclass with animation professional Seán Hogan, as he shares how to bring any story to life through the craft of storyboarding.

Please note that the venue is only accessible via a steep flight of stairs.

Throughout the Festival

Day 1, starts at The Spot | Friday 10th | 6.30pm

Screening | Sunday 12th | 7.30pm

KinoD’s Weekend Filmmaking Festival comes to Birr this October, in association with Film Offaly. Over three days, participants will pitch, shoot, and screen short films — all culminating in a public screening at Birr Theatre & Arts Centre. 

Sign up / book via @kinodkabaret on Instagram

Throughout the Festival

Mini Movies, our Educational Screenings for secondary schools and a special screening for primary schools, there’s lots to enjoy for students this year.

Saturday 11 October
John’s Hall

Join us for a magical morning of hands-on workshops, perfect for young creators and film fans alike! (Recommended for ages 8-12)

Sunday 12 October
Birr Theatre & Arts Centre

Our Family Film this year is the delightful adaptation of Paddington (2014)

Throughout the Festival
Various Venues

Including a Film Offaly Exhibition in Birr Library and our always popular Meet the Filmmakers event in Craughwell’s on Friday 10 October.