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'Kneecap' is the Irish Entry for the International Feature Oscar
IndieWireStory by Anne Thompson
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An indie Irish director wrangles his wild cast to craft an unexpected Oscar contender from their chaotic on-set antics.
beat sheet
- Director Rich Peppiatt overcame a film set plagued by wild partying and power struggles to deliver a raw, darkly comedic drama that's shaping up as a surprise Oscar nominee.
- Breakout star Liam O'Flaherty, a former MMA fighter, channeled his real-life brawling experience into an electrifying lead performance that's already generating serious awards buzz.
call sheet
Rich Peppiatt, Liam O'Flaherty, MMA, 'Kneecap'