April 25 to 27 2025
Arts Court Theatre
2 Daly Ave, Ottawa ON
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8-14 April 2022
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2022 PROGRAM
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Online Screenings
Tickets: $5 per film
Festival Bundle (7 films): $35
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Find the film trailers, synopses, and screening times below.
Please note: tickets for online screenings are available
directly on the IFI International platform.
Read more about accessing the films here.
IFFO 2022 will be a hybrid event!
We can't wait to bring the best of Irish cinema to
your home cinema again, with screenings at the Arts Court too!
(ifiinternational.ie)
Bicyle Thieves: Pumped Up
Dir. Conor O'Toole
90 min
Action/Comedy
Mags, a hot-headed pizza delivery cyclist, is just about getting by during the property crisis in Dublin. When her bike is stolen and she loses her job, her eviction seems inevitable. With nowhere else to go, Mags must hunt down the thief who stole her bike and steal it right back. Part investigative thriller, part heist, and part magical-realist action comedy!
Fri, 8 April @ 6PM (Online)
IFI International
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"O’Toole’s first feature film hits the mark with its energy, creativity, and punchiness." Loretta Goff." - Film Ireland
Redemption of a Rogue
Dir. Philip Doherty
90 min
Dark Comedy/Drama
Jimmy Cullen returns to Co. Cavan after seven years of exile to make peace with his dying father. As his father breathes his last, a steady rain begins to pour. A condition in his will reveals that he must not be buried on a wet day or Jimmy will be disinherited. With no sign of the rain abating, Jimmy embarks on an existential journey to make amends and redeem himself through love.
Sat, 9 April @ 6PM (Online)
IFI International
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"A unique and exhilarating work that is one of the most accomplished Irish films in recent years." - Film Ireland
Endless Sunshine on a Cloudy Day
Dir. John Connors
89 min
Documentary
The story of the McCann family from Ireland and their battle to stay together despite the odds. Their story examines life and mortality while celebrating the ability to find meaning in the darkest of times, showing the resilience of the human spirit.
Mon, 11 April @ 6PM (Online)
IFI International
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"...it’s a generous, big-hearted, honest tribute to the McCann family from Greystones, County Wicklow."
- The Guardian
Doinnean
Dir. Damian McCann
95 min
As Gaeilge
Thriller
Tomás returns from an urgent work visit to the mainland to find his wife, Siobhan, and son, Oisín, missing. He seeks the help of the island’s retired policewoman, Labhaoise but as a storm approaches and a search party of islanders is organised... a grisly and unexpected discovery lies ahead.
Mon, 11 April @ 6PM (Online)
IFI International
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"A taut, threatening tale with plenty of twists and misconceptions about the roles people play in life versus who they really are." - RTÉ
The Great Book of Ireland
Dir. Alan Gilsenan
80 min
Documentary
Renowned Irish documentarian Alan Gilsenan explores The Great Book of Ireland, a lavish vellum manuscript dubbed a “modern-day Book of Kells”. This extraordinary tome contains the original work of 9 composers, 121 artists and 144 poets, invited to capture the hopes, fears, dreams, and imaginings of Ireland in 1989. There are layers of artistry to enjoy here, from the original work of the poets and painters, to the book makers, to the skilfully-crafted film itself.
Tues, 12 April @ 6PM (Online)
IFI International
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"The Great Book of Ireland is a compelling sequence of unfolding chapters, with the whole cinematic experience every bit as creative and original and enthralling as The Great Book itself." - RTÉ
Death of a Ladies' Man
Dir. Matthew Bisonnette
100 min
Documentary
A carousing college professor's life takes a series of unimaginable twists when he begins to have surreal hallucinations. Reflecting on the life he has lived, Samuel retreats to his family shack in remote Ireland, where he begins work on that great novel he always meant to write, and generally take stock. Surprisingly, or not, he meets and falls in love with a local woman, who is full of unexpected ideas. Inspired by the songs of Leonard Cohen.
Wed, 13 April @ 6PM (Online)
IFI International
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"With a fine balance of winking absurdity and wry humour – Cohen would tip his fedora to the born-and-raised Montrealer Bissonnette on that score – Death of a Ladies’ Man is a charming study of a man in crisis." - The Globe and Mail
Steps of Freedom
Dir. Ruan Magan
80 min
Documentary
Follows the evolution of Irish dance, exploring the impact of historical influences and featuring striking performances.
Thurs, 14 April @ 6PM (Online)
IFI International
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"Wonderfully entertaining" - RadioTimes
Bicyle Thieves: Pumped Up
Action/Comedy
Mags, a hot-headed pizza delivery cyclist, is just about getting by during the property crisis in Dublin. When her bike is stolen and she loses her job, her eviction seems inevitable. With nowhere else to go, Mags must hunt down the thief who stole her bike and steal it right back. Part investigative thriller, part heist, and part magical-realist action comedy!
Dir. Conor O'Toole
90 min
Fri, 8 April @ 6PM (Online)
IFI International
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"O’Toole’s first feature film hits the mark with its energy, creativity, and punchiness." Loretta Goff." - Film Ireland
Endless Sunshine on a Cloudy Day
Documentary
The story of the McCann family from Ireland and their battle to stay together despite the odds. Their story examines life and mortality while celebrating the ability to find meaning in the darkest of times, showing the resilience of the human spirit.
Dir. John Connors
89 min
Mon, 11 April @ 6PM (Online)
IFI International
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"...it’s a generous, big-hearted, honest tribute to the McCann family from Greystones, County Wicklow."
- The Guardian
The Great Book of Ireland
Documentary
Renowned Irish documentarian Alan Gilsenan explores The Great Book of Ireland, a lavish vellum manuscript dubbed a “modern-day Book of Kells”. This extraordinary tome contains the original work of 9 composers, 121 artists and 144 poets, invited to capture the hopes, fears, dreams, and imaginings of Ireland in 1989. There are layers of artistry to enjoy here, from the original work of the poets and painters, to the book makers, to the skilfully-crafted film itself.
Dir. Alan Gilsenan
80 min
Tues, 12 April @ 6PM (Online)
IFI International
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"The Great Book of Ireland is a compelling sequence of unfolding chapters, with the whole cinematic experience every bit as creative and original and enthralling as The Great Book itself." - RTÉ
Redemption of a Rogue
Dark Comedy/Drama
Jimmy Cullen returns to Co. Cavan after seven years of exile to make peace with his dying father. As his father breathes his last, a steady rain begins to pour. A condition in his will reveals that he must not be buried on a wet day or Jimmy will be disinherited. With no sign of the rain abating, Jimmy embarks on an existential journey to make amends and redeem himself through love.
Dir. Philip Doherty
90 min
Sat, 9 April @ 6PM (Online)
IFI International
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"A unique and exhilarating work that is one of the most accomplished Irish films in recent years." - Film Ireland
Doinnean
Thriller
As Gaeilge
Tomás returns from an urgent work visit to the mainland to find his wife, Siobhan, and son, Oisín, missing. He seeks the help of the island’s retired policewoman, Labhaoise but as a storm approaches and a search party of islanders is organised... a grisly and unexpected discovery lies ahead.
Dir. Damian McCann
95 min
Mon, 11 April @ 6PM (Online)
IFI International
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"A taut, threatening tale with plenty of twists and misconceptions about the roles people play in life versus who they really are." - RTÉ
Sat, 9 April @ 2PM (In-Person)
Arts Court Theatre
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Q&A with Director
Sat, 9 April @ 2PM (In-Person)
Arts Court Theatre
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Q&A with Director
Death of a Ladies' Man
Comedy/Drama
Starring Gabriel Byrne, a carousing college professor's life takes a series of unimaginable twists when he begins to have surreal hallucinations. Reflecting on the life he has lived, Samuel retreats to his family shack in remote Ireland, where he begins work on that great novel he always meant to write, and generally take stock. Surprisingly, or not, he meets and falls in love with a local woman, who is full of unexpected ideas. Inspired by the songs of Leonard Cohen.
Dir. Matthew Bisonnette
100 min
Wed, 13 April @ 6PM (Online)
IFI International
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"With a fine balance of winking absurdity and wry humour – Cohen would tip his fedora to the born-and-raised Montrealer Bissonnette on that score – Death of a Ladies’ Man is a charming study of a man in crisis." - The Globe and Mail
Steps of Freedom
Documentary
Follows the evolution of Irish dance, exploring the impact of historical influences and featuring striking performances.
Dir. Ruan Magan
80 min
Thurs, 14 April @ 6PM (Online)
IFI International
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"Wonderfully entertaining" - RadioTimes
How IFI International Works
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Each purchase gives you access to the film of your choice during the Festival period
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You can purchase access to the films at any time, until the end of the Festival (14 April)
Ticket numbers are limited, so we encourage you to "reserve" your access by completing your purchase early! -
​Each film will be stored in your Library on the IFI website until its release date and time for the Festival (see above for details)
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You can access your library by logging in at www.ifiinternational.ie​
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Once the film is released for the Festival, you will have 72 hours to start watching it.
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Once you start watching a film, the clock resets and you will have 48 hours to finish watching it (or re-watch your favourite part(s)!)​
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Additional Tips
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Read IFI's How to Guide about setting up your account, purchasing access to films ("rent") and more!
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Consult the System Requirements
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Visit the FAQ page​
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​Contact us with questions at any time: irishfilmfestivalottawa@gmail.com
How to purchase access and view the Online Screenings at IFFO 2022
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Go to www.ifiinternational.ie
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Create your Free Account
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Browse the film selection on the IFFO page
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Purchase access to the films of your choice (Use the "Rent" button)
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Watch the film within 72 hours of the screening date & time (You have 48 hours to watch it once started)
