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Mutt - Irish Premiere

Director Vuk Lungulov-Klotz’s debut film, Mutt, is a poignant LGBTQIA+ story about Feña, a young trans guy bustling through life in New York City, who is faced with an increasingly challenging day. In the span of 24 hours, Feña must navigate the challenges of reconnecting with his foreign father, straight ex-boyfriend, and 13-year-old half-sister while also facing the daily struggles that come with living in a society that struggles to understand his identity.

I Like Movies - Irish Premiere

If you love videos, you will love this film! I Like Movies, Chandler Levack’s directorial debut is a coming-of-age story about teenage cinephile Lawrence Kweller who dreams of attending film school. In order to raise the hefty tuition fee, he gets a job at the local video store. As graduation looms ever closer, Lawrence faces some painful realisations about himself.

Lies We Tell - World Premiere

In an isolated manor, an orphaned heiress must fight her guardian for her inheritance - and her life. Directed by Lisa Mulcahy, Lies We Tell is a contained psychological thriller about a gaslit girl’s break for freedom. Stripped-down, gritty, and all-too-contemporary: this is not a frocks-and-bonnets period picture but a taut, propulsive, fight to the death.

Apocalypse Clown - World Premiere

From director George Kane, Apocalypse Clown follows a troupe of failed clowns as they embark on a chaotic road trip of self-discovery after a mysterious solar event plunges the world into anarchy. They will meet for a final clown show proving that the end of the world can also be a funny business.

A Greyhound of A Girl - Irish Premiere

Family animation, A Greyhound of a Girl, follows Mary who is 11 years old, loves to cook and dreams of becoming a great chef. Her beloved grandmother, Emer, encourages her to make this dream come true. Enzo d’Alò’s animated adaptation of Roddy Doyle’s novel is a delicate coming-of-age story, sprinkled with irony. With a cast that includes Brendan Gleeson, Sharon Horgan, Rosaleen Linehan and Charlene McKenna.

To provide you with a taste of everything Galway has to offer, we’ve gathered a selection of places that both locals and tourists alike will absolutely love. If a Galway holiday is on the cards this June/July, find your mini-bucket list right here!

Chat Over A Coffee

Summertime calls for days spent out in the sunshine, enjoying delicious coffee amongst great company in Salthill’s coffee garden oasis at Kali Coffee Bar. Run by coffee enthusiasts and experts, Laura, Enda and Lana, Kali combines their passion for coffee and love for the planet, all in one space. Kali is also dog-friendly, so bring along your best friend to enjoy one of Galway’s best coffee experiences.

Relax And Read

One of the cutest nooks in the West, Books at One in Letterfrack is run by husband and wife team, Vincent Murphy and Mary Ruddy. Stocking both new and preloved books, it’s easy to spend an afternoon browsing the various literary genres. Once you have your new books in hand, pop out to their colourful patio area and perch yourself on their eyecatching book bench with a couple of snacks and get reading.