Eugene D'Arcy and Ben Ryan, both of Killarney, successfully organised the first-ever Kerry Film Collective event on November 11.

Left to right Ben Ryan Eugene D'Arcy Marcella O'Connor and Michelle Rosney

Held at the Anam Cultural and Arts Centre, the event aimed to inspire and unite local filmmakers, providing them with a platform to showcase their films to the community.
The Kerry Film Collective is dedicated to nurturing and promoting the immense talent within the local community. With a vision to expand this event on a regular basis, the collective aims to become a prominent outlet for filmmakers, actors, and writers to shine among a wider audience.
The event witnessed an impressive turnout, with over fifty individuals from the community in attendance.

Notably, the event featured the screening of various films, including a short film adaptation of Tim Buckley's renowned poem, "On The Shores Of Sweet Loch Leane." Also shown was Charlie O’Brien’s Macalla Chill Áirne (Killarney Echo).
“The success of this event is a testament to the passion and dedication of our local filmmakers. We encourage all aspiring filmmakers, actors, and writers to reach out and utilize our platform to showcase their work,” said co-founder Ben Ryan.
The Kerry Film Collective is actively seeking collaborations and submissions from filmmakers, actors, and writers interested in participating in future events. To learn more about the collective and get involved contact info@kerryfilmcollective.com