Rich Peppiatt
Rich Peppiatt is a London-born filmmaker and former tabloid reporter known for his whistleblowing on unethical practices at the Daily Star during the phone-hacking scandal. He gained recognition for his satirical comedy film 'Kneecap', which explores complex themes of identity, culture, and politics through the lens of a Belfast Irish-language rap trio. Peppiatt's journey from tabloid journalism to filmmaking exemplifies his desire to challenge societal norms and push the boundaries of comedy and art.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | 5 | 8.60 | 0.24% | +10% | 5,030,000 | 13,087 | $5,100 | 13$ |
| United Kingdom | 4 | 9.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 73,529 | $2,700,000 | 2,924$ |
| Argentina | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 45,195,774 | 18,998 | $450,000 | 189$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 6.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 6,112 | $700,000 | 494$ |
| North Macedonia | 1 | 8.00 | 0.16% | +0% | 2,083,374 | 3,235 | $12,800 | 20$ |
| New Zealand | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 2,200 | $210,000 | 96$ |
| Totals | 13 | 133,672,014 | 117,161 | $4,077,900 | 3,736$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Switzerland:
Rich Peppiatt is the director of the film 'Kneecap', which explores the Irish resistance and identity.
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North Macedonia:
Rich Peppiatt made history at the BAFTAs with a record number of nominations for a debut director.
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Ireland:
Rich Peppiatt won the award for outstanding debut by a British writer, director or producer at this year’s Bafta awards.
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New Zealand:
Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer: Kneecap, Rich Peppiatt (director, writer).
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Ireland:
Rich Peppiatt, director of Kneecap, has won outstanding debut by a British writer, director or producer at the 2025 British Academy of Film and Television awards.
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Argentina:
Rich Peppiatt directed the film Kneecap, which was highlighted at the BAFTAs.
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Ireland:
Rich Peppiatt has won best outstanding debut by a British writer, director or producer at this year’s Bafta awards.
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Ireland:
Rich Peppiatt has won best Outstanding Debut by a British writer, director or producer at this year’s Bafta awards.
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United Kingdom:
Rich Peppiatt won for his direction in Kneecap.
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United Kingdom:
The film was written and directed by Rich Peppiatt.
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