Film Review: Michael Inside

Roe McDermott takes a look into this devastating Irish film drama.

Fashion Check: Shiny, happy people

Lookin' rather mellow, with all these shades of yellow - this Spring's colour has been set.

For Aisling Duffy, home is where the art is

The theme of Irish identity is explored in designer Aisling Duffy's stunning new collection.

We talk to Ben Mendelsohn about his turn in Ready Player One

Having made a career out of playing memorable bad guys, Ben Mendelsohn turns in another superb performance as the villain in one of the year’s most hotly anticipated films, Steven Spielberg’s Ready Player One.

Traumatic Brain Injuries And Boxing: The Silent Epidemic

Paddy Considine’s new film Journeyman addresses brain injuries in boxing – but why aren’t there more public conversations about this danger? Roe McDermott talks to the filmmaker about sports, solidarity, struggles and his own self-doubt.

Film Review: Mary Magdalene

Powerful feminist overtones eventually give way to traditional Christ tale.

Film Review: Journeyman

Paddy Considine and Jodie Whittaker are heartbreaking in compelling but flawed boxing drama.

EXCLUSIVE: Tomb Raider Star Walton Goggins discusses his role in the new blockbuster.

Familiar from his roles in The Shield, Django Unchained and Lincoln, the actor talks about playing Lara Croft's nemesis in the franchise reboot.

Technology in Fashion: Designer Orla Langan

Langan has been generating quite a buzz for her stylish and innovative work.

Hot Press Talks to Rachel McAdams

Best known for her roles in the likes of Mean Girls and True Detective, Rachel McAdams discusses her new comedy thriller Game Night, her admiration for co-star Sharon Horgan, and the impact of the Me Too movement.

I, Tonya: Robbie Excells in Darkly Funny Exploration of Fame

Opening in Irish Cinema today, Margot Robbie glows in this role.

Game Night: Suburban Comedy Boasts Intense Action and Sly Humour

Opens in Irish Theatres on 2 March.

Lady Bird: Saoirse Ronan Is Oscar-Worthy In Brilliant Exploration of Adolescence

The film opens in Irish theatres today and is not to be missed.

Harvey Weinstein has been forced to apologise to Meryl Streep and Jennifer Lawrence

The Hollywood mogul, who is accused of sexual assault, falsely implied in court that the actresses support him.

The Mummy actor Brendan Fraser has shared his own #MeToo story

The 90s star has shared his own experience of being groped 15 years ago and says it contributed to the derailment of his career.

Opinion: Stop Declaring That #MeToo Is A Failure Just Because You Want It To Be

Roe McDermott writes about #MeToo and the tactics of dismissal

Film Review: Black Panther

Highly anticipated superhero movie superbly combines action, empathy and intelligence.

50 Shades of Grey and the nature of erotic fiction

With the release of Fifty Shades Freed this month, Roe McDermott explores the complex history of fan fiction and erotic literature, and shows why we shouldn’t dismiss the origins of EL James’ novels.

Director Sebastian Lelio talks about his boundary-pushing new film A Fantastic Woman

Oscar-nominated director Sebastian Lelio talks about casting a trans person in his new movie, A Fantastic Woman, and what he learned about combating prejudice from growing up in Pinochet’s Chile.

Film Review: The Shape of Water

Guillermo Del Toro's dark fairytale is a rich and rapturous feat of imagination.

Film Opinion: A new beginning for Hollywood?

Hopes are high that Black Panther marks a long overdue shift in Hollywood’s portrayal of black characters.

Film Review: Roman J. Israel, Esq.

Promising exploration of race undone by dodgy screenplay.

Film Review: Den of Theives

Cops and robbers heist flick collapses under the weight of its cliches testosterone.

In the new Hot Press: Sebastian Lelio talks about Oscar-nominated A Fantastic Woman

Oscar-nominated director Sebastian Lelio talks about casting a trans person in his new movie, A Fantastic Woman, and what he learned about combating prejudice from growing up in Pinochet’s Chile

Repealing To The Public: How one designer is drumming up support for Repeal the 8th in Ireland

Shubhangi Karmakar’s designs have attracted attention for their supreme stylishness – while also drumming up support for Repeal The Eighth.

Daniel Day-Lewis - Five of his greatest performances

With Daniel Day-Lewis currently lighting up screens once again in Paul Thomas Anderson’s Oscar-nominated Phantom Thread, Roe McDermott looks at five of his greatest performances.

FIlm Review: Phantom Thread

Daniel Day-Lewis' final performance is an unnerving triumph.

Hot For 2018: The 8 Must-See Films This Year

Don’t settle in for that new episode of Fair City just yet! Roe McDermott’s guide to the year in cinema has all manner of screen delights to keep you entertained for the next 12 months.

Director Saul Dibb talks about new WWI film Journey's End

Acclaimed English director Saul Dibb discusses his stunning World War 1 movie Journey’s End, and – having previously worked with the disgraced producer – also talks about the fallout from the Harvey Weinstein scandal.

Film Review: Coco

Exploration of Dia De Muertos becomes a kaleidoscopic adventure.

Film Review: The Post

Streep captivates in stuff-but-powerful tale of journalism's battle with the US government.

Film Review: The Commuter

Liam Neeson's train thriller gets derailed.

Film Review: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri

Frances McDormand is ferocious in Martin McDonagh's compelling but flawed film.

Does Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri Live Up To The Promise?

It's a four star show, for sure – but the award-scooping Martin McDonagh movie poses interesting political questions. Meanwhile, the magnificent Frances McDormand is superb throughout…

John Oliver opens up about confronting Dustin Hoffman about sexual harassment allegations

John Oliver, comedian and host of Last Week Tonight, has spoken out about his now infamous confrontation with Dustin Hoffman.

Lorde may cancel Israel concert after facing criticism from fans

Lorde has tweeted that she is considering cancelling a planned concert in Israel after facing intense pressure from fans.

Dave Franco talks to Hot Press about the making of The Disaster Artist

Dave Franco discusses his role in new biopic The Disaster Artist, which chronicles the eccentric Tommy Wisseau’s creation of The Room – widely described as one of the worst films ever made.

Film Review: Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Latest Star Wars instalment stalls, despite spectacular visuals.

Sex Column: On the Art of Flirting

Some have argued that in the wake of various recent international sexual harassment scandals, flirting is in danger of being done away with. Not so, says our columnist.

Fashion Fortnight: Hot Press meets talented Irish designer Ciara Silke

It’s nominative determinism a-go-go this fortnight, as brilliantly talented designer Ciara Silke discusses her uniquely stylish silk scarves.

Ezra Miller talks with Hot Press about starring in Justice League and portraying The Flash

Ezra Miller, one of the stars of DC's Justice League talks about the challenges of portraying iconic superhero The Flash.

From The Latest Issue: We Remember Simon Fitzmaurice

Roe McDermott pays tribute to the late Irish writer-director, whose courage, resilience and creativity were an enormous inspiration to many.

Film Review: Condemned to Remember

Powerful documentary highlights the impact of xenophobia and hatred.

Film Review: Breathe

Sentimental sheen deflates power of disability activist biopic.

Film Review: Murder On The Orient Express

Classic whodunnit remake lacks suspense.

Film Review: Marjorie Prime

THEATRE ADAPTATION PONDERS MORTALITY, MEMORY AND TECHNOLOGY

In the new Hot Press: Actor Ezra Miller talks Justice League, ballet and elderly assassins

With the latest DC comic adaptation Justice League due to land on November 17th, Roe McDermott caught up with Ezra Miller to talk about playing The Flash and the training that went into his preparation for the role.

How Katie O'Riordan and Theo + George are bringing style to sustainability

The Irish brand Theo + George is relaunching this season.

Film Review: The Killing of a Sacred Deer

Irish actors steal the show in this darkly funny tragi-horror.

Cillian Murphy sings the Brexit blues as he talks about new film The Party

Irish star Cillian Murphy’s latest movie, The Party, is a fascinating exploration of the current state of British politics.

Sophie Fiennes: On Grace Jones, Bloodlight and Bami, and documenting an icon

Sophie Fiennes’ new documentary about Grace Jones, Bloodlight And Bami, offers a brilliant insight into the fascinating life and career of a cultural icon.

Opinion: Where does Hollywood go post-Weinstein?

As the fallout continues from the Harvey Weinstein scandal, thoughts turn to how the harrassment of women in the film industry can be prevented in future.

Film Review: Brawl In Cell Block 99

Vince Vaughan is superb in this slow-burning grindhouse flick.

Film Review: The Death of Stalin

Pitch black humour brings the laughs in Soviet-era satire.

Film Review: Thor: Ragnarok

The latest installment in Thor franchise proves amusing, but forgettable.

Film Review: Bloodlight and Bami

A documentary about iconic singer, which offers frustratingly little context.

In the new Hot Press: Cillian Murphy discusses his latest role in Sally Potter's political allegory, The Party

In a rare media appearance, Cork-born actor Cillian Murphy - The Wind That Shakes The Barley, The Dark Knight trilogy - sat down with Roe McDermott to discuss British politics, fatherhood and his darkly humorous new project, The Party.

Checkmate: Checks and Plaids are Officially Back In for Autumn

With checks and plaids back in favour this autumn, Roe McDermott gives the lowdown on this exciting new trend.

How designer Melissa Curry created a collection of life-affirming jewellery

Designer Melissa Curry's superb new jewellery collection, Success, has bee embraced by everyone from Saoirse Ronan to Arianna Huffington.

Harvey Weinstein: It's about Misogyny and Complicity Writ Large

For far too long, there has been a conspiracy of silence about the issue of sexual and emotional abuse. Now, that has to change... By Roe McDermott.

Film Review: The Glass Castle

Woody Harrelson oozes charisma as a dysfunctional dad in this too-tidy adaptation of Jeannette Walls' 2005 memoir.

Film Review: The Mountain Between Us

Kate Winslet and Idris Elba charm their way through boring romance flick.

Film Review: Blade Runner 2049

Visually jaw-dropping and philosophically complex sci-fi sequel simply astounds.

Film Review: The Ritual

Faltering supernatural thriller has shining moments of psychological horror.

Film Review: It's Not Yet Dark

A powerful documentary about Irish filmmaker, Simon FitzMaurice's struggle with Motor Neurone Disease.

Film Review: The Party

Witting drawing room drama acts as sharp social satire.

Film Review: Home Again

Daughter of Nancy Meyers plays it too safe in directorial debut.

Film Review: Daphne

Sharply observed character study captures a generation's emotional isolation.

Film Review: Brimstone

Sadistic frontier thriller is cleverly devised by excessively bleak.

Film Review: Lego Ninjago Movie

Bright and funny instalment maintains, not elevates, the excellent Lego film franchise.

Fashion: Red Alert

Having re-emerged on the catwalks of New York and Milan, one particular colour is back with a vengeance this autumn. By Roe McDermott

Back to the Future: Interview with designer Colin Horgan

Colin Horgan’s hugely imaginative, neon-bright designs have found favour with stars such as Dua Lipa and Lady Gaga.

Work Experience: Interview with The Work director Jairus McLeary

Jairus McLeary’s new documentary, The Work, is a powerful exploration of a therapeutic programme that’s changing the lives of US prisoners.

Who wrote Logan Lucky?

Speculation is rife about the identity of the screenwriter behind Steven Soderbergh’s new heist flick, but there is a long history of pseudonyms in Hollywood.

Film Review: The Work

Raw and intimate doc about therapy in prison explores effects of toxic masculinity.

Film Review: Patti Cakes

Gritty but high-energy underdog tale about rap launches a new star.

Film Review: Mother!

Cult director astounds with apocalyptic fever-dream.

Fashion: Unstoppable X Machine

Inspired by The X Files, Caoimhe MacNeice's latest collection has been worn by screen icons like Juliette Lewis.

Fashion: Freshers' Chic

Attention students! A few simple revisions of your existing wardrobe will get you As in fashion all year.

Film Review: Wind River

Icy and insightful crime thriller explores the struggles of indigenous Americans.

Film Review: The Drummer and the Keeper

Warm film about mental health and friendship proves thought-provoking.

Student Special: The new wave of cult classic in film

We know the staple youth movies – but students have turned to a new wave of cult classics in recent years.

Film Review: Una

Fascinating but flawed thriller about the effects of sexual abuse.

Revolution in the Head: Hot Press speaks to Irish hat designer Margaret O'Connor

Margaret O’Connor’s stunning hat designs have attracted the attention of a wide range of celebrities, from Lady Gaga to Finbar Furey.

Fashion Column: Patent leather makes a comeback

Film Review: Detroit

Film about police brutality in 1967 feels exploitative instead of insightful.

What Female Action Stars Are Fighting Offscreen

For all of the action blockbusters spearhearded by women this summer, actresses in the genre are still struggling to have their work appropriately recognised.

Film Review: Final Portrait

Witty exploration of the artistic process evokes the absurd profundity of Beckett.

Film Review: Song To Song

Underwhelming effort from legendary director.

Film Review: A Ghost Story

Poetic exploration of love, life and existence.

Film Review: The Farthest

Irish director makes awe-inspiring documentary about space and humanity.

The Worrying Reaction to Girls Trip's success

Film Review: Baby Driver

Edgar Wright's crime caper is all car chases and cool tunes, little else.

Film Review: Land of Mine

Oscar-nominated film uncovers shameful piece of WWII history.

Fashion: Long Live the King

Natalie King's stylish and innovative designs have marked her out as one of Ireland's most talented young designers.