Three awards for Conor McPherson’s The Eclipse

Ciaran Hinds and Aidan Quinn

The Irish Film & Television Academy (IFTA) welcomed the cream of Ireland’s creative talent from the world of film and television as they gathered in Dublin at Dublin’s Burlington Hotel on Saturday night (February 20) to acknowledge and celebrate the Irish industry’s achievements both at home and abroad.

The Eclipse was named in three categories but Colin Farrell won the award in the Best Actor category.

Film
The Eclipse – Robert Walpole, Rebecca O’Flanagan (Treasure Entertainment)

Script Film
Billy Roche, Conor McPherson – The Eclipse (Treasure Entertainment)

Actor in a Supporting Role – Film
Aidan Quinn – The Eclipse (Treasure Entertainment)

Ciarán did not get the laurel crown but at least we may hope that the Ides of March won’t bring him any bad surprise!

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