Jim Sheridan
Jim Sheridan is an acclaimed Irish film director, playwright, and screenwriter known for his powerful storytelling and ability to tackle complex social issues. His most famous works include 'My Left Foot,' which won multiple Academy Awards, and 'In the Name of the Father,' which delves into the miscarriage of justice surrounding the Guildford Four. Sheridan's films often reflect his Irish heritage and explore themes of identity, family, and resilience.
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Oscar-winning film director Jim Sheridan recalls his childhood and filmmaking journey.
The best specials and pick of RTÉ schedule – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-21
Jim Sheridan is a well-known Irish director who directed the film 'Re-Creation', featuring Claire Johnston-Cauldwell.
Was Schauspielerin Claire Johnston-Cauldwell mit Audrey Hepburn verbindet
Luxembourg· 2025-11-23
Jim Sheridan, an Irish actor and director, expressed concerns about the current state of cinema during a press conference at the European Film Festival.
Diario Co Latino - Informándote con Credibilidad
El Salvador· 2025-11-12Jim Sheridan opened the festival with his film 'Re-creation'.
The big winners at the hottest festival in memory, including Gerry Adams basking in adulatory sunshine – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-14
Gavin Friday worked with Jim Sheridan as the musical consultant for the film In the Name of the Father.
‘U2 and I are almost like brothers – you very rarely blow smoke up your brother’s ass’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-20
Film-maker Jim Sheridan was among those seeking entry to the hearing and described Ó hAnnaidh as 'a lovely lad'.
‘A woman pointed to a sniggering Móglaí Bap as the magistrate asked if anyone knew an Irish interpreter’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-18
Jim Sheridan of Fórsa trade union said WRC cases it was involved in related to various employment issues.
Design & Crafts Council Ireland lost half of its workforce in 2024 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-08
Jim Sheridan directs the American remake of Tudo o que Perdemos.
Quarta na TV: Incógnito entre investigações, Rumo à Liberdade | Televisão
Portugal· 2025-05-21
Jim Sheridan’s fictionalised film about the unsolved 1996 murder of French film producer Sophie Toscan du Plantier is to have its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York in June.
Jim Sheridan’s fictionalised film about Sophie Toscan du Plantier murder to premiere in New York – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-24
Jim Sheridan is the Irish director of the film 'Re-Creation' showcased at the Tribeca Film Festival.
Tribeca Film Festival: drei luxemburgische Koproduktionen im FokusLuxembourg· 2025-04-17
It produced U2’s Zoo TV and Zooropa Tour visuals and in the 2000s worked with some major film and TV directors including Jim Sheridan.
Windmill Lane Pictures acquired by publisher Ian Hyland – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-26
Jim Sheridan directed the Irish drama 'My Left Foot', which tells the true story of Christy Brown.
Dan svetog Patrika: 5 irskih filmskih klasika za proslavu irske kulture
Serbia· 2025-03-18
