The awards aim to recognize creatives of Irish descent, this year honoring Irish actor Domhnall Gleeson and director Lee Cronin, along with Irish-American actress Maura Tierney.
“You’ve all heard of the British invasion of music. Well, there is now an Irish invasion in film and television,” said Matt Walsh, the night’s emcee.
Walsh gave a shout-out to the Irish nominees at the upcoming 98th Oscars, several who were present in the room, including “Avatar: Fire and Ash” Visual Effects artist Richie Baneham; John Kelly and Andrew Freedman, the filmmakers behind the animated short film “Retirement Plan,” which Gleeson voices; and Ken Wardrop, producer of “Sanatorium,” Ireland’s submission for international feature film.
Walsh’s mention of Jessie Buckley was met with raucous applause by the audience, as the…
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