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Woman in Black: Angel of Death opens January 1st 2015

17 December 2014

As WWII tears the nation apart and bombs reign down on London, a group of eight children, lead by young school teacher are evacuated to an abandoned house.

Dublin Restaurants in Support of charity ALONE

10 December 2014

This Christmas Season, ten Dublin restaurants are supporting ALONE, the charity that cares for older people in need.

The Nutcracker presented by Monica Loughman Ballet

3 December 2014

This festive season Monica Loughman Ballet presents The Nutcracker, with performances on the 20th and 21st December at the Convention Centre Dublin.

No one deserves to be lonely at Christmas

1 December 2014

ALONE, the charity that supports older people in need, highlights isolation and loneliness this Christmas time.

THE GUARANTEE available on DVD this Friday, 28th November

27 November 2014

Fact based drama The Guarantee goes behind the scenes as the beleaguered government fights to keep the country's banking system afloat.

Details of second annual Irish VFX & Animation Summit announced

26 November 2014

Line up includes speakers who have worked on the smash-hit Interstellar and upcoming Paddington

The Homesman opens in cinemas November 21st

20 November 2014

An unlikely pairing set off on a long, difficult journey where their courage and resilience are tested as they are both pushed to their limits.

NIGHTCRAWLER in cinemas now

31 October 2014

Stars Jake Gyllenhaal in a career-best performance as Lou Bloom, a drifter drawn in to Los Angeles’ dark and dangerous world of ‘nightcrawling’.

Pets in the City

30 October 2014

Dublin City Council, the DSPCA and King of Paws launch a new, free, family event in Smithfield Square, taking place on the 9th November 2014.

Bram Stoker Festival 2014

27 October 2014

More than 42,000 people attended the third annual Bram Stoker Festival in Dublin this weekend to experience the re-awakening of Dublin’s Gothic heart.

The Best of Me In Cinemas Now

15 October 2014

The Best of Me tells the story of Dawson and Amanda, two former high school sweethearts who find themselves reunited after 20 years apart.

Official Trailer Released for Standby

7 October 2014

Standby, the new comedy romance starring Brian Gleeson (The Stag) and Jessica Paré (Mad Men), will be released in cinemas across the country from Friday November 14th.

Unbreakable: The Mark Pollock Story begins nationwide tour

6 October 2014

Filmed over six years Unbreakable is the story of blind athlete Mark Pollock’s tragic fall that left him paralysed and how he found his courage again.

Jimmy’s Hall On DVD & Blu-ray now

29 September 2014

The true story of Irish political activist Jimmy Gralton as told by legendary director Ken Loach, director of The Wind that Shakes the Barley

A Walk Among The Tombstones opens 19th September

8 September 2014

Thriller starring Liam Neeson and Dan Stevens, based on Lawrence Block’s bestselling series of mystery novels.

Kennedy Summer School Opens This Week in New Ross

7 September 2014

Chiefs, cabinet ministers, Khrushev's great granddaughter and GAA celebrities all set for Kennedy Summer School.

The Bram Stoker Festival 2014 – Awakening Dublin’s gothic heart

6 September 2014

This October Dublin City will ‘go gothic’ for the third annual Bram Stoker Festival, running Friday 24th through to Monday 27th October 2014.

ALONE launch charity single “The Ballad of Rosie Hackett”

19 August 2014

Inspired by the new Rosie Hackett Bridge spanning the Liffey, the song was written by Councillor Dermot Lacey.

The Hundred-Foot Journey opens in cinemas 5th September

14 August 2014

An uplifting and feel-good cultural feast full of Indian spices, French sophistication and British wit.

THE ROVER will be released in Irish cinemas on August 15th

5 August 2014

Set in the near future, the world of THE ROVER is one where mankind's greed and excesses have pushed civilization to the breaking point.

Minister Bruton welcomes Brockley Group’s innovative Cleantech facility

23 July 2014

The know-how generated from this unit will increase exports for Brockley Group from €3m to €7.5m by 2017. Eight new jobs to be created.

Earth to Echo opens in Irish Cinemas 25th July

20 July 2014

An epic story beyond the wildest of imaginations, the race is on for the friends to save Echo as they embark on a journey that will change all of their lives forever.

Artists Call-out Bram Stoker Festival 2014

7 July 2014

Artists, arts organisations and creative producers are invited to submit ideas for unique work of all scales that will thrill audiences of all ages.

Open Innovation 2.0 conference establishes framework for European adoption of Dublin Declaration

1 July 2014

The 2014 Open Innovation Conference reinforced the approach of the Dublin Innovation Declaration, with the European innovation experts identifying it as a framework for the adoption of innovation policies across Europe.

Monica Loughman Ballet presents Giselle at the National Concert Hall

27 June 2014

Monica Loughman Ballet presents the quintessential romantic ballet, Giselle, at the National Concert Hall this June 28^th and 29^th.

Leadership in Innovation recognised in Dublin at second annual Luminary Awards

11 June 2014

Stockholm has the Nobel, Hollywood the Oscars and today Dublin hosted the second annual European awards for Innovation Leadership.

Begin Again opens in Irish cinemas July 11th

30 May 2014

Funny, inspirational and uplifting, Begin Again unites film and music’s finest talent. Starring Keira Knightley and Mark Ruffalo.

International Open Innovation conference to be hosted in Dublin

26 May 2014

Open Innovation 2.0 aims to further co-develop and drive adoption of a new paradigm for innovation in Europe.

Dublin Kite Festival confirmed for 2014 – let’s go fly a Kite!

22 May 2014

Following the success of last years event, Dublin City Council's Kite Festival will return to Dollymount Strand on 22nd June 2014.

ALONE welcome housing plan as a “step in the right direction”

20 May 2014

Sean Moynihan CEO of ALONE, said of the new housing plan, “It’s a scandal that it had to reach this point before the government took notice"

New Irish Film Run and Jump opens Friday 2nd May

30 April 2014

Run and Jump follows the impossibly optimistic Vanetia who is slowly rebuilding the life she loved following her husband’s sudden personality-changing stroke.

Tarzan swings into Irish cinemas May 2nd

28 April 2014

The classic Tarzan story, beautifully reimagined in 3D for a whole new generation and featuring Kellan Lutz as the voice of Tarzan.

ALONE Launch Home Truths Housing Campaign

26 April 2014

ALONE are calling on all local government candidates to address the housing needs of vulnerable older people.

Fiery Pompeii opens in Irish cinemas May 30th in 3D

18 April 2014

Action, adventure and a natural disaster of cataclysmic proportions collide headlong in Pompeii - epic recreation of one of the ancient World’s most compelling tragedies.

SEAN CONNICK TO BE NEW CEO OF THE JOHN F KENNEDY TRUST NEW ROSS

14 April 2014

The Board of the John F Kennedy Trust New Ross have announced that Sean Connick is to be their new Chief Executive.

Kellan Lutz to visit Dublin for new animated 3D film Tarzan

14 April 2014

A special gala screening will take place at the Odeon Point Village, on Wednesday April 23rd in aid of charity Ape Action Africa

THE LOVE PUNCH released in Irish cinemas on 18th April 2014

8 April 2014

Pierce Brosnan and Emma Thompson star as ex-husband and wife whose biting banter suggests that the flames of their former relationship have not been fully extinguished.

Travelport and the ITAA announce joint initiatives for 2014

3 April 2014

The move is aimed at increasing awareness about the benefits of booking with a travel agent and rewarding agents who are using technology to drive innovation.

Action packed The Raid 2 opens in Irish cinemas 11th April

3 April 2014

Continuing the story from the original cult hit installment, rookie cop Rama finds that his journey is far from over. The Raid 2 is set to be the must-see action film of 2014.

Dsytopian sci-fi film DIVERGENT in Irish cinemas April 4th

21 March 2014

Entertainment One, in association with Eason bookstore and The Irish Daily Star have launched a Divergent writing competition for Irish secondary school students.

Emigration has left older people ALONE this St. Patrick’s Day

17 March 2014

ALONE report an increase in the number of older people requiring their services as a direct result of their children and grandchildren emigrating.

Need For Speed tops the Irish box office in opening weekend

16 March 2014

Aaron Paul, Dominic Cooper and Imogen Poots burst onto the racing scene in this fast paced action film.

ALONE – Flora Women’s Mini Marathon 2nd June 2014

1 March 2014

ALONE asks the ladies of Ireland to put on their running shoes in aid of vital services for older people at the Flora Women's Mini Marathon.

Jameson Dublin International Film Festival kicks off with Calvary

14 February 2014

Brendan Gleeson, Dylan Moran, Killian Scott, Aidan Gillen, John Hurt and filmmaker John Michael McDonagh all attended the Opening Gala.

ITAA reveal 2014 hottest destinations

31 January 2014

The Irish Travel Agents Association has released the results of their latest member survey, with lot's of interesting insights into Ireland's current travel market.

Limelight selected to provide PR for JDIFF 2014

17 January 2014

Limelight is delighted to announce that the company has been chosen to provide PR services for the Jameson Dublin International Film Festival 2014.

Holiday World Show Dublin Returns

16 January 2014

The annual Holiday World Show Dublin, returns with incredible holiday offers from 24th to 26th January in RDS Simmonscourt.

Irish Travel Industry Comments on Thomas Cook Irish Closure

16 January 2014

ITAA expresses concern over the closure of Thomas Cook’s Irish office and the termination of chartered holidays from Ireland from 30th April 2014.

Jameson Dublin International Film Festival 13th-23rd February 2014

7 January 2014

Calvary, a darkly comic thriller that reunites John Michael McDonagh and Brendan Gleeson will have its Irish premiere at the Jameson Dublin International Film Festival 2014.

That Awkward Moment Released in Irish Cinemas 29th January

7 January 2014

That Awkward Moment stars Zac Efron (17 Again), Miles Teller (21 & Over), Michael B. Jordan (Fruitvale Station) and Imogen Poots (The Look of Love)

Irish animated film Moon Man in cinemas 27th December

18 December 2013

Moon Man is a beautiful animated feature produced in association with Cartoon Saloon and based on a famous children's book by Tomi Ungerer.

ALONE Welcomes Elements of the HSE Service Plan, Cautions Against Rush to Privatise Services

18 December 2013

ALONE has welcomed elements of the HSE Service Plan but says that the plan should have been more ambitious.

Far Out Isn’t Far Enough In Cinemas Now

12 December 2013

Wildcard Distribution are delighted to announce the release of the fascinating documentary Far Out Isn’t Far Enough, The Tomi Ungerer Story.

Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues – Irish Premiere

10 December 2013

Will Ferrell, Steve Carell, Paul Rudd, David Koechner and director Adam McKay attended the Irish Premiere of Anchorman 2 in The Savoy Cinema Dublin.

Documentary The Swell Season now open in Irish cinemas

4 December 2013

The beautiful film directed by Nick August-Perna, Chris Dapkins and Carlo Mirabella-Davis stars the Oscar-winning Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.

Bram Stoker Festival – Art Competition Prizegiving Ceremony

2 December 2013

Limelight Communications and the Lord Mayor Oisin Quinn hosted a prize giving ceremony for children's art competition winners from the Bram Stoker Festival.