Directing
Brendan Canty
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Directing
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Brendan Canty has forged his way as one of the most exciting and prolific Irish directors. His early career enjoyed large success with his video for Hozier's 'Take Me to Church' (which has since surpassed a billion views on Youtube along with two MTV VMA nominations), since then Brendan has gone on to direct consistently elegant and visually stunning music videos for top international artists (Dermot Kennedy, Talos) as well as commercials for brands such as Adidas, Sky Sports and Failte Ireland. In 2017 Brendan directed 'For You' (starring Barry Keoghan) which went on to win a Kinsale Shark and was nominated for an IFTA. In 2019, Brendan directed a second short film - 'Christy', which he ha…
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6.4Two estranged brothers with chequered childhoods in the care system suddenly find themselves living under the same roof. They must now reconcile with their pasts and make decisions about the future.
Christy
2025
NRThe Kabin Studio on the north side of Cork gives teenagers the mic and the confidence to use it. Writing and performing infectious Irish-language rap, they grow from shy beginners into viral sensations—their lyrics pulsing with pride, heritage and the joy of being heard.
Gealtra
2025
5.8A timid 18-year-old from inner-city Dublin prepares for her boyfriend's debs (Ireland's version of the prom), but her social anxieties and struggles with her mother’s alcoholism make life difficult.
For You
2017
NRA sixteen-year-old-school dropout interviews for a job, but when he’s let down by his brother, he lashes back and looks to his friends for support.
Christy
2019
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Atali'i O Le Crezent (Sons of the Crezent)
2022
Behind the camera
6.4Two estranged brothers with chequered childhoods in the care system suddenly find themselves living under the same roof. They must now reconcile with their pasts and make decisions about the future.
Christy
2025
NRThe Kabin Studio on the north side of Cork gives teenagers the mic and the confidence to use it. Writing and performing infectious Irish-language rap, they grow from shy beginners into viral sensations—their lyrics pulsing with pride, heritage and the joy of being heard.
Gealtra
2025
5.8A timid 18-year-old from inner-city Dublin prepares for her boyfriend's debs (Ireland's version of the prom), but her social anxieties and struggles with her mother’s alcoholism make life difficult.
For You
2017
NRA sixteen-year-old-school dropout interviews for a job, but when he’s let down by his brother, he lashes back and looks to his friends for support.
Christy
2019
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Atali'i O Le Crezent (Sons of the Crezent)
2022