Two Kerry film makers have been honoured at the Ireland Young Filmmaker of the year awards.
The ceremony, which is presented annually by the Fresh International Film Festival; celebrate the filmmaking of people aged between 7 and 18.
West Kerry native, Malachaí Ó Ciardhubháin won Best Screenplay for his Irish language short Nelli; which tells the story of a dispute over a family farm.
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Meanwhile, 16-year old Glen Bowler, a student at St Brendan’s College Killarney; won second place in the Young Filmmaker of the Year Category.
He picked up the award for his piece “The Legend of Patrick Greenwood” – a short film about a retired soldier turned gardener, who considers what legacy he will leave behind.
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Glen BowlerFresh Film Awards 2023
Pic. Brian Arthur
