In Conversation: Éanna Hardwicke
A son of Cork and acclaimed star of screen and stage, Éanna Hardwicke’s recent work includes Ancestors and Saipan (which opened the 70th CIFF in 2025), TV's The Sixth Commandment and Normal People, and The Playboy of the Western World at the National Theatre in London.
We are delighted to welcome Éanna back to the Festival to receive the Honorary Puttnam Award, named in honour of our patron David Puttnam, and to participate in this special 'In Conversation' about his career to date and future artistic ambitions.
PROGRAMME & GUEST APPEARANCE UPDATE:
Due to film scheduling conflicts beyond our control, please note the following changes to Éanna Hardwicke’s appearances at the 71st Cork International Film Festival.
Opening Night Gala – Thursday 12 November: Éanna Hardwicke will attend the Opening Night Gala and receive the Honorary Puttnam Award at the event. Unfortunately Éanna will be unable to attend the screening of Ancestors on Friday 20 in person.
Éanna Hardwicke: In Conversation – Friday 13 November, 13:00 in Arc Cinema. (This event has moved from Saturday 21 November. Please contact boxoffice@corkfilmfest.org if you wish to receive a refund for 21 Nov. Your ticket will be valid for 13 Nov otherwise.)