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Oscar-nominated Kneecap caps off ‘remarkable year’ for NI film industry

Stars Hugh Jackman and Jodie Comer are among the talent set to film productions in the region in 2025.

The Independent UK

5 movies to watch when the kids are in bed –90%+ rated films for grown-ups

If you're not a Christmas film fan, try these great flicks instead –each rated at 90% or more on Rotten Tomatoes

Irish president pays tribute to Kneecap member’s late father

Michael D Higgins said Gearoid O Caireallain’s death was ‘a great loss for all those who work for the use of the Irish language’.

Evening Standard

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Oscar shortlist for 10 categories unveiled with strong showings for Emilia Perez and Wicked

‘Wicked’, ‘Challengers’ and ‘Gladiator II’ are among films one step closer to an Academy Award

The Independent UK

Rappers Kneecap among Irish talent shortlisted for Oscars

The film Kneecap has been shortlisted in the best international feature film category and for best original song.

Evening Standard

The 10 best hip-hop albums of 2024

From Los Angeles to London, Belfast to Tampa, the hip-hop world has thrown up some of 2024's most thrilling, imaginative and essential releases

Louder

“There is an irony in the best British film being Irish.” Kneecap triumph in seven categories at the British Independent Film Awards, with their self-titled biopic winning the top prize, Best British Independent Film

We told you it was the best film of the year back in June

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Irish rap comedy Kneecap tops British independent film awards

Director Rich Peppiatt said ‘there is an irony in the best British film being Irish’ as his Belfast-set film won seven prizes in total

The Guardian - UK

Kneecap clean up at British film awards – as press fumes

IRISH language rappers Kneecap have cleaned up at the British Independent Film Awards – much to the chagrin of their critics.

The National (Scotland)

Film about rap trio Kneecap wins seven gongs at British Independent Film Awards

Awards included Best British Independent Film, Best Debut Screenwriter and Best Original Music.

Evening Standard

The 15 best films of 2024, ranked

THE COUNTDOWN: When it comes to cinema, 2024 was a year of toilets, tennis and trash heaps; sand, sadness and Saoirses. From ‘Poor Things’ to ‘Dune: Part Two’, Clarisse Loughrey has selected the greatest movies from the last 12 months

The Independent UK

Netflix just got the most outrageous comedy movie I've seen this year — and it’s 96% on Rotten Tomatoes

"Kneecap" is an outrageous comedy biopic about a rebellious hip-hop trio — and you need to watch it now that it's streaming on Netflix.

Tom’s Guide

Kneecap and 50 Cent among first acts announced for 2025 TRNSMT festival

US rapper 50 Cent and Irish rap group Kneecap are among the first acts announced for TRNSMT 2025.

The National (Scotland)

"Take a breath, say hello to a stranger, give a dog a pet, it’s the wee things that add real wealth to life." Whether or not you like their music, politics or humour, Kneecap's 10 Rules To Live By could change your life for the better

Kneecap unveil their manifesto for a better way to live

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WhatToWatch

Netflix adds one of the wildest, most entertaining movies I've seen this year, and you should watch it ASAP

Irish movie Kneecap is now streaming on Netflix, and I can’t recommend this comedy about an Irish-language hip hop group enough.

WhatToWatch

Movies to stream in December: our expert's 12 must-watch movies new to streaming services

From Netflix to Disney Plus, here are 12 movies you are not going to want to miss when they land on streaming this December.

The National (Scotland)

Irish group win legal fight against UK Government over anti-Union views

AN anti-Union Irish group that were denied UK government funding because of their views have won a legal battle ...

Louder

"They broke their own laws in trying to silence Kneecap. They have tried to silence us and they have failed." Kneecap win discrimination court case against British government over unlawful arts grant block

Belfast court rules that the UK government acted illegally in withholding funding from Irish rap trio

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Evening Standard

Kneecap win discrimination case against Government over block to funding award

The band had claimed they were discriminated against on grounds of nationality and political opinion.

The Independent UK

‘They broke their own laws’: Irish group Kneecap win legal challenge over Kemi Badenoch funding decision

The band said they were discriminated against on grounds of nationality

The Guardian - UK

Kneecap: UK government acted illegally in withholding funding from Irish rap trio

The Department for Business and Trade said Kemi Badenoch’s decision to rescind funding had been ‘unlawful and procedurally unfair’

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The Pogues 'weren't bothered' about Christmas number one campaign for Fairytale of New York

The Pogues had little interest in the unsuccessful campaign to get 'Fairytale of New York' to top the festive charts last year following the passing of frontman Shane MacGowan.

Evening Standard

Kneecap at the Kentish Town Forum review: a sweaty, swaggering set of party-hard protest anthems

4/5 Vicious and vital this raucous show delivered a whole lot of communal joy

The Guardian - UK

BBC Sound of 2025 longlist tips established artists including Chappell Roan and Confidence Man

Following a change in eligibility criteria, nominees for the broadcaster’s annual award also include Kneecap, Barry Can’t Swim and Mercury prize winners English Teacher and Ezra Collective

Louder

Paul Weller, Primal Scream, Kneecap and more to play Gig For Gaza charity fundraiser in London

“An opportunity to enjoy a night of powerful music, and make a tangible difference in the lives of people facing unimaginable hardship”

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