Hinterland Festival 2017

This insightful documentary follows Green Party leader, Minister Eamon Ryan during his final 18 months in government as he advocates globally for climate justice while battling public resistance, online abuse and far-right pushback to the Irish Green’s ambitious climate plans at home. Interwoven is his tender relationship with his autistic son, Tommy, reflecting his persistence, empathy, and belief that lasting change - whether in politics or family - requires patience and hope. Running Time: 1h 38m, followed by a Q&A with Neasa Ní Chianáin & David Rane.

With his unique gift for musical comedy and joke-infused storytelling, Fred Cooke has returned with his new show “Clown to Earth”. Expect comical chaos from a dad who’s just delighted to be out of the house and not at home covered in yoghurt. Sit back and enjoy this award-winning comedian talk marriage, kids, and playing dead on Netflix. As seen on Netflix, RTE’s Tommy Tiernan show, and Dancing with the Stars.

Bestselling author & festival favourite Liz Nugent returns to Kells with her hotly anticipated new novel, The Truth About Ruby Cooper. With her trademark blend of psychological tension and pitch‑black humour, Nugent offers an inside look at her creative process and the characters who haunt her pages. Liz will be in conversation with Gerry Foley.

Former State Pathologist Dr Marie Cassidy reflects on fifteen years at the heart of some of Ireland’s most complex murder investigations and the evolution of forensic science. She explores how a lifetime studying real cases, evidence & human stories has provided the narrative fuel for her transition into crime fiction including her latest novel Deadly Evidence.

Marie will be in conversation with Deirdre Hurley.