Galway UNESCO City of Film Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary with Tribute to Iconic Filmmaker Bob Quinn
President Michael D. Higgins and Lelia Doolan Present City of Film Award
Photo Credit: Emilija Jefremova
On Friday, November 29th, 2024, Galway UNESCO City of Film celebrated a major milestone with a special event honouring the groundbreaking work of acclaimed filmmaker Bob Quinn, whose contributions have profoundly shaped Irish cinema. Taking place at the Pálás Cinema, the evening featured a reception, the presentation of a prestigious award, and a screening of ‘Poitín’, a film that is a key cornerstone in Quinn’s illustrious career.
The centrepoint of the event was the presentation of the Ceantar Scannán Award to Bob Quinn by two distinguished guests: President Michael D. Higgins, a devoted champion of the arts, and renowned filmmaker and producer Lelia Doolan. This award honours Quinn’s immense contributions to Irish cinema, particularly his influential work in the West of Ireland, which has been pivotal in shaping Galway’s identity as a vibrant creative hub for film. Read More
