Lenny Abrahamson
IrelanddirectorMaleb. 19666.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Lenny Abrahamson is an Irish film director celebrated for his work on films like 'Room,' for which he directed Emma Donoghue's screenplay adaptation, showcasing his talent for storytelling on screen.
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Lenny Abrahamson is a director who was part of the generation of young Irish artists Annie Ryan encountered.
‘I came to Ireland all guns blazing ... I didn’t know that was the least cool thing’ – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2026-06-01
Ireland· 2026-06-01
Lenny Abrahamson’s Room was nominated for best picture.
Irish talent and investment rewarded – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2026-01-24
Ireland· 2026-01-24
Lenny Abrahamson is the Oscar-nominated director of Normal People, who praised Éanna Hardwicke's talent.
‘Saipan is Cork’s version of the moon landing’ – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2025-12-13
Ireland· 2025-12-13
Lenny Abrahamson is mentioned as a director who encouraged Domhnall Gleeson.
‘I’ve been so lucky. It’s important you can acknowledge it. Otherwise you’re lying to yourself’ – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2025-05-18
Ireland· 2025-05-18
Lenny Abrahamson, nominated as best director for Room in 2016, is one member who takes his franchise seriously.
New Oscars rule requires members to watch all films before voting – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2025-04-24
Ireland· 2025-04-24
Lenny Abrahamson is the director who tutored Emma Donoghue while adapting her novel into a film.
‘In Ireland we start with the slagging. That is something I really treasure’ – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2025-04-04
Ireland· 2025-04-04
