Christy (Feature Film)

Christy is the debut feature film from Irish director Brendan Canty, written by Alan O’Gorman.

Set on Cork’s northside, the film follows seventeen-year-old Christy as he moves in with his estranged older brother after being kicked out of his foster home. As Christy finds friendship and belonging in the community, the brothers must confront their shared past and find a way forward together.

Christy premiered at the 2025 Berlinale, winning the Grand Prix of the Generation 14plus International Jury. It went on to win Best Irish Film at the Galway Film Fleadh and Best Film at the 2026 Irish Film and Television Awards, where Brendan Canty also received Best Director.

Starring Danny Power, Diarmuid Noyes and Emma Willis. Produced by Sleeper Films, with support from BBC Film and Screen Ireland.