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26 Mar 2026

Mayo students reach national film awards final in Dublin

Westport’s Rice College group has been nominated for top awards at Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year

Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year

Students from Rice College Westport are attending the Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards in Dublin, where their film "Falling Forever" has earned national nominations.

Students from Rice College Westport are celebrating national recognition as they travel to Dublin today (Thursday, March 26) for the final of the prestigious Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards.

The third-year students will attend the ceremony at the Mansion House, where their film “Falling Forever” has been shortlisted for Best Art Direction.

Adding to the achievement, student Charlie Foy has also been nominated for the highly sought-after Young Filmmaker of the Year award.

The nominations mark a significant accomplishment for the Westport school, highlighting the creativity and talent of its students on a national stage.

The Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards celebrate emerging talent from across the country, recognising young people who demonstrate excellence in storytelling, production and visual creativity.

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Teachers and classmates have wished the group the very best as they represent both their school and Co. Mayo at the high-profile event.

The ceremony is expected to bring together some of Ireland’s most promising young filmmakers, with winners set to be announced later today.

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