Linda Bhreathnach
Linda Bhreathnach is an Irish writer, director and actress.
From Ros Muc, Conamara in the west of Ireland, she is a former Miss Galway (2007) and a runner up for Miss Ireland in the same year. She is best known for her films.
She played the part as "Róise de Burca" in the long-running soap opera Ros na Rún. While in character Bhreathnach participated in the first Lesbian kiss episode on Irish television. Bhreathnach also had a starring role in the critically acclaimed political drama The Running Mate[1] and in the BBC/TG4 drama Seacht / Seven.
In 2016. Bhreathnach wrote and directed short film Adulting [2][3]
In 2017, Bhreathnach wrote and directed Native,[4] a short film shot in Ireland starring Patrick Bergin.[5] Native was nominated for Best Cinematography by Sean T. O'Meallaigh and Best National/International Short Film by Linda Bhreathnach at the Richard Harris International Film Festival.[6] Native was produced by Linda Bhreathnach and by Marina Donahue[7] of Corner Bar Pictures.[8]
In 2018, Bhreathnach[9] released the short film My Mother is my Priest. The film is described as a 'celebration of mothers' and was released by Linda Bhreathnach Films.[10] Bhreathnach created, wrote, directed and performed in the film.[11]
Filmography[]
Television[]
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
2007 | The Running Mate | Fiona Flynn | 4 episodes |
2006-2007 | Alfric | Lúsaí Ní Chadhain | 2 episodes |
2008-2010 | Seacht | Eithnne | Main cast |
2007-2011 | Ros na Rún | Róise De Búrca | Recurring |
2011-2014 | Corp & Anam | Sarah O'Regan | Recurring |
2016 | The Irish Mob | As Self | Documentary series; 2 episodes |
2019 | Der Irland-Kriml | Nora Dunne | Episode: Mädchenjäger |
Film[]
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
2016 | Adulting | Jane | Short, also produced, wrote, and directed |
2017 | A Break in the Clouds | Ally | Short |
References[]
- ^ "(-) | Seinnteoir | TG4 | Irish Television Channel, Súil Eile" – via www.tg4.ie.
- ^ "Linda's Adulting scoops Best Short Film in London - Connacht Tribune". Connachttribune.ie. 18 November 2016. Retrieved 14 July 2017.
- ^ "Galway Filmmaker Linda Bhreathnach Wins Irish Screen America's Rising Star Award". Film Ireland. Retrieved 14 July 2017.
- ^ https://www.galwayfilmfleadh.com/project/new-irish-shorts-4/[bare URL]
- ^ "Linda Bhreathnach's new film to premiere at the Fleadh - THT NEWS". tht.ie.
- ^ http://richardharrisfilmfestival.com/award-winners-and-nominees/[bare URL]
- ^ https://www.live95fm.ie/on-air/shows/limerick-today/limerick-today-podcasts/october-2017/limerick-today-the-5th-annual-richard-harris-int/[bare URL]
- ^ "Native | Marina Donahue | Corner Bar Pictures". cornerbarpictures.
- ^ http://dailystarmovies.com/videomovies-Linda-Bhreathnach-on-Moving-from-Acting-to-Filmmaking-Two-Tube_fbB9j4F_HVkY.html[bare URL]
- ^ "My Mother is my Priest". FilmFreeway.
- ^ "My Mother is my Priest". cornerbarpictures.
External links[]
- 1983 births
- Living people
- Actresses from County Galway
- Irish soap opera actresses
- Irish television actresses
- Irish filmmakers
- TG4 people
- 21st-century Irish actresses
- Irish actor stubs