Christy, the Cork-set feature debut of Irish director Brendan Canty, is to receive its world premiere at the Berlin International Film Festival this month with a deal already done for the international sales rights to the coming-of-age story.
The film stars newcomer Danny Power (The Young Offenders) alongside Diarmuid Noyes (Pure Mule: The Last Weekend, Five Minutes of Heaven).
"Christy follows two estranged brothers as they grapple with their past and resolve to unite over one summer in Cork City's northside," says the synopsis.
"With a heartwarming and authentic portrayal of community, Christy explores themes of identity, belonging, and the search for family, offering a hopeful and humorous glimpse into contemporary Irish youth culture."
Joining the leads are Emma Willis (Vikings, The Young Offenders, Dating Amber), Alison Oliver (Saltburn, Conversations with Friends), Chris Walley (Bodkin, The Young Offenders), and Helen Behan (The Virtues, This Is England '90).
"The film also features members of The Kabin Studio, a Cork-based community arts collective known for its work in hip-hop and spoken word," the synopsis adds.
"In 2024, The Kabin Crew's viral hit The Spark, recorded in collaboration with Lisdoonvarna Crew, amassed over one billion views and was hailed as the 'song of the summer' by The New York Times."
Written by Alan O'Gorman from a story by O'Gorman and Canty, Christy is inspired by Canty's acclaimed short film of the same name. The director is best known for his award-winning video for Hozier's Take Me to Church.
International sales agent Charades has acquired international sales rights to Christy, which will be released in Irish cinemas by Wildcard Distribution later this year.
The Dublin-based Sleeper Films is among the producers of Christy, which has been funded by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland and BBC Film.
The Berlin International Film Festival runs from 13-23 February.
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