Fans of Star Wars and The Goonies may have spotted it. Given the fact that George Lucas has openly admitted that Star Wars is directly influenced by the films of Akira Kurosawa and John Ford, it should come as no surprise to learn that the new trilogy has been shaped by some fairly notable pop-culture titles […]

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The Rise of Skywalker might not be his last adventure. Roguish, impulsive, hard to handle, hot-headed, a maverick that’s difficult to tame, but ultimately, a genius when he’s in the cockpit. Yep, Han Solo was one charming scruffy-looking nerf herder that captured the hearts of Star Wars fans around the galaxy. The same can be said about Oscar […]

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The incident took place on Monday morning. 11 people appeared before Longford District Court today (20 December) following an incident of violent disorder that occurred on the main street in the town on Monday. All 11 people that appeared in court remain in custody. The court appearance follows two further arrests that were made in […]

6 years ago

Take note if you’re out and about. Unlike the John Carpernter horror film, we’re unsure if murderous pirates are going to emerge from the fog that’s set to descend on Ireland tonight. The smart money is on a no. However, the even smarter decision would be to take note of the status yellow fog warning […]

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From the man who made one of the best gangster TV shows of all time. The cast is great, too. With news that Season 2 of Narcos: Mexico will be returning on 13 February, fans of the drama won’t have to wait too long to get their fix but Sky also have an early Christmas […]

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Here’s what’s on the box. This time next week you’ll all be getting stuck into a pile of food and sitting down to watch some excellent films on St. Stephen’s Day. Sadly, the choice isn’t that plentiful this evening but at least Tremors is on. Here’s the best of tonight’s picks on this Thursday 19 […]

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Left side! Strong side! What a film. With the sad news that Herman Boone has passed away, we feel it’s the perfect time to pay tribute to Denzel Washington’s beloved performance as the famous American Football coach. Over the course of four decades, very few actors can match Washington in terms of screen presence and […]

6 years ago

“Scotland made it very clear last week it does not want a Tory Government led by Boris Johnson taking us out of the European Union.” Nicola Sturgeon has called on the UK government to negotiate a transfer of powers to the Scottish parliament to allow another referendum on Scottish independence. Sturgeon said there was an […]

6 years ago

“I can’t say enough how deeply sorry and ashamed I feel.” Singer Camila Cabello has issued a lengthy apology after racist Tumblr posts she made as a teenager have resurfaced. Between 2012 and 2013, Cabello shared a series of posts on her Tumblr account, including racist jokes and imagery. The Grammy-nominated musician has since posted an […]

6 years ago

Cars on the prom in Salthill were destroyed by the flooding. Galway City Council has warned of a risk of branches falling, debris and spot flooding on all roads in the city after it was hit by inclement weather on Wednesday night. 6.15am update: GCC crews worked overnight clearing flooding & debris. They've been joined […]

6 years ago

Trump becomes the third US president to be impeached. Donald Trump has become the third US president in history to be impeached by the House of Representatives, setting up a trial in the Senate that will decide whether he remains in office. After a full day of debate, the House voted 230-197 to approve a first […]

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Your next Netflix binge-watch is sorted. While we’re extremely reluctant to base our entire philosophy around the teachings of a TV show, it’s telling that Mindhunter constantly refers to one macabre pattern of behaviour; anyone that hurts, maims, or kills an animal is likely to harbour homicidic tendencies. Well, in Netflix’s new three-part true crime […]

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Beep, beep. Coyote vs. Acme has now landed a director. It’s the strain, the eternal struggle, the cocksure confidence that the plan is definitely going to work, the sheer belief that this time it’s going to be different, and the elaborate traps that always – and quite literally – backfire. Put these things together and […]

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Also, massive respect to the person who took a taxi from Dublin’s Shelbourne Hotel to Grafton Street. With 2019 drawing to a close, it’s very likely that people around the country will be doing a mad-dash scramble to get home for Christmas. Yep, it’s going to be like Home Alone meets Planes, Trains and Automobiles […]

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It looks like we’re getting even more seasons. It’s far from perfect, the dialogue is cheesy as hell, there are moments when you genuinely think that Dr. Drake Ramoray is going to show up and the plot rarely makes any sense. However, You is a goddamn hit. Oh, you better believe that You is a hit. Since […]

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Think you know the comedy classic? Prove it! Ok, you aced our Ace Ventura quiz, but what about another Jim Carrey classic? From your mates, which one of you is Dumb and Dumber?

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What every Derry Girls fan wants to see in Season 3. In terms of the standout TV moments of 2019, we’d argue that Season 2 of Derry Girls provided plenty of strong contenders. Truth be told, the Protestant vs Catholics chalkboard sequence was absolutely inspired, but we also loved Gerry’s (Tommy Tiernan) little smile of […]

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Conor and Jock vs. Kerry. This looks class. With news that Season 3 of The Young Offenders is 100% happening- they’ve already filmed the episodes – it’s going to be a very happy Christmas for fans of Peter Foott’s beloved comedy. Throughout the course of two seasons and the film, The Young Offenders has consistently […]

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Elf, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Liar Liar, and Die Hard 2 are all on. Now that the weather warning has been extended into Monday, there’s really no need to leave the house at all. In fact, just take the week off work and chill. FYI, don’t blame us if your boss gets mad at that plan! […]

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The single vehicle road traffic collision occurred in Ballincrokig, Cork. Gardaí are investigating a single vehicle road traffic collision that occurred on the Glenville Road, Ballincrokig, Cork. The incident occurred on the morning of Sunday, 15 December at approximately 2:45am. The driver of the car, a male in his 20s, was the sole occupant of […]

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The next lightsaber fight looks absolutely spectacular. When it comes to Star Wars, there are certain things that fans expect. The iconic John Williams score, that spectacular opening crawl that just sets the scene perfectly, the opening shot in space that transports you to the galaxy that’s far, far away. Christ, these things all happen […]

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That snow and ice will last a bit longer. Following on from yesterday’s (14 December) status yellow warning for snow and ice, Met Éireann have issue an updated weather warning for the country. The updated warning states that: “Scattered wintry showers of hail, sleet and snow with some accumulations, especially on higher ground, and icy stretches […]

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The incident happened shortly after 3am. A man has died after colliding with a Luas tram in Dublin. The incident happened shortly after 3am on the Green Line at the Charlemont stop on the southside. Gardaí in Pearse Street are investigating. One male pedal cyclist (age unknown) was fatally injured during the collision. He was […]

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There are some very good picks here… If you’re not doing the Christmas shopping today, you’re definitely at home because that weather is baltic. On this note, here are the bets films that are on TV today… Scrooged – 5pm on Comedy Central Towel! Towel! VCR. Towel! We always loved that the ghost of Christmas […]

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This is going to be emotional. While the breathtaking visuals, dulcet tones of David Attenborough, and extensive research into our planet are a large reason why BBC’s nature documentaries are  loved by all, there’s one reason that’s easy to forget. They all tell a gripping story that demands the viewer’s emotional investment. Well, the latest […]

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The original iconic duo. Quack, quack, quack… In terms of goosebump-inducing moments in cinematic history, it’s arguable that nothing will ever top Dean Portman’s inexplicable arrival at half time to rejoin The Mighty Ducks during the third film. After getting beaten up and physically intimidated by the Eden Hall Varsity team, the Ducks were on […]

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The actor chats about The Last Jedi backlash, a cracking story with Harrison Ford, online bullying, and The Rise of Skywalker. How do you talk about a film that’s the most closely-guarded secret in the galaxy? Easy, you introduce John Boyega to a room full of journalists and just let him talk about Star Wars: […]

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Take care if you’re out and about. Met Éireann have issued a status yellow snow and ice warning for Ireland. The warning states that wintry showers of hail, sleet and snow with localised accumulations, especially on high ground, are to be expected. Elsewhere, icy stretches on roads and footpaths are to be expected too. The […]

6 years ago

Burgers and The Boss. Non-stop Bruce tracks until 3am. With news that Bruce Springsteen is set to make a new album with The E Street Band and head back out on the road, fans of The Boss might be wondering how things can get any better? Well, how about a night that’s dedicated to his […]

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“He has that special gift that makes you feel like he’s speaking to and for your soul alone.” There were moments when it was difficult to hear. There were moments that didn’t quite register. There were moments when Philomena Begley forgot the lyrics to Fairytale of New York. It was 100% Shane MacGowan. What else did we […]

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“It goes in directions that aren’t expected.” The Rise of Skywalker is released this week. If you think you’ve got an important question about Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker for Daisy Ridley, it’s likely that her mam has already asked it. “My mum asked me if I’m going to to die in the film […]

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The plot sees the Warrens fighting “for the soul of a young boy which takes them beyond anything they’d ever seen before.” It’s released on 11 September. 2019 hasn’t quite finished yet, but it’s arguable that film fans will be drawing up their list of the best horrors of the last 12 months. Titles like Midsommar, […]

6 years ago

“His willy, cut off his willy.” The Irish classic will be on your screens. A few weeks ago, the legendary Colm Meaney popped into JOE’s studios to chat about his latest film The Last Right. Of course, his work in the likes of Star Trek, the Barrytown Trilogy (The Van, The Snapper, The Commitments), and […]

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Time to get the DVDs and streaming services going. Different people have a different barometer to measure the start of the Christmas season. For some, it’s when the tree is up, for others, it’s the Christmas season whenever December starts. However, film and TV fans will know that things really start to get serious when […]

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The Boss seems destined to be on the road in 2020. Given the fact that Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band famously covered ‘Santa Claus Is Coming To Town’, it should come as no surprise to learn that The Boss is fond of dishing out Christmas presents. This year, fans have been treated to […]

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The perfect Christmas gift for fans of Bruce Springsteen. Despite the fact that he turned 70 in 2019, there are no signs of Bruce Springsteen slowing down as the rock ‘n roll icon had one of his busiest years to date. Then again, he did say that “tramps like us, baby, we were born to […]

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“Sometimes I need a revelation…” Not to be missed by fans. 2020 is a big year for The Frames as the band mark their 30th anniversary and they’ve got a treat in store for fans. Oh yes, Glen Hansard and co. will be playing Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Dublin on Saturday, 20 June 2020. If ever […]

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The director of the best action films of the decade tackles more gangsters. We can’t wait. For every film fan, there’s a moment when they know they’ve fallen in love with a film. In the case of Gareth Evans’ wonderful Indonesia- set action film The Raid, it’s the moment when the superb hallway fight comes […]

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The year’s best TV and movies have been named. As another year draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on the best TV and films of 2019 and as always, the Golden Globes are a key indicator of Oscar glory. In terms of Irish representation, it’s great to see Andrew Scott (Fleabag) and Saoirse […]

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An icon. Clint Eastwood, Daniel Radcliffe, Ridley Scott, and more are all part of this one too. In an era of media-friendly soundbites and interviews, it’s refreshing to find yourself down a YouTube wormhole while looking at old interviews and if you’re a film fan, you’ll inevitably be watching the great Richard Harris. Why? Well, the […]

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The bad weather isn’t entirely gone yet. Met Éireann has issued a weather advisory for the Republic of Ireland in the aftermath of Storm Atiyah. The warning is valid from Tuesday, 10 December at 4am until 4pm on the same day. The warnings states: “Tuesday will be a blustery day with strong winds and very gusty […]

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That’s four different nature documentaries the legendary broadcaster is currently working on. Trust David Attenborough to give viewers an early Christmas present. In fact, the beloved broadcaster will be giving us four as the BBC has confirmed that Attenborough will present The Green Planet, a brand new five-part landmark series from BBC Studios Natural History Unit. […]

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Brian Kerr, Colonel Gadaffi, guns and a football match. Don’t miss it. Of all the recent football documentaries that are worth a watch, Kevin Brannigan’s feature Kerr’s Kids should definitely be close to the top of the list. The same director has made another documentary featuring the former Ireland manager, this time focussing on a very […]

6 years ago

“You cannot leave part of the United Kingdom in a worse off position.” DUP leader Arlene Foster has accused Boris Johnson of a “betrayal” over Brexit, saying he “broke his word” that a Withdrawal Agreement would not include a customs border in the Irish Sea. During an interview with BBC Today, Foster was asked if Johnson’s Brexit deal represented a “betrayal” […]

6 years ago

There are likely to be more casualties. Five people have died and several others have been injured after a volcano erupted off the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island, spewing a plume of ash thousands of metres into the air. White Island is about 50km off the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island and […]

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After Storm Atiyah made an impact on Ireland over the weekend, here’s this week’s weather forecast… The weekend just gone was definitely one to stay indoors as weather warnings were issued for every county in the Republic Of Ireland, including a Status Red warning for Kerry on Sunday afternoon. However, we can’t hibernate forever – […]

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The incident happened in Cabra. A male motorcyclist in his late teens has been killed following a two-vehicle road traffic collision with a motor car. The incident occurred around 6pm on Friday, 6 December on the Carnlough Road at the junction with St Finbars Road in Cabra, Dublin. The male motorcyclist was seriously injured and […]

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Start checking those tickets. Two other people won €500,000 too. Someone in Ireland has won €1m on tonight’s Ireland Only Raffle and the National Lottery have confirmed that the winning raffle ticket code is I-HKS-43344. However, they’re not the only people celebrating because two other people won  €500,000 too. One lucky ticket holder has just […]

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There are status orange and yellow warnings in place around the country. With Storm Atiyah set to make its presence felt around the country this weekend, Met Éireann has issued weather warnings for all the 26 counties. Earlier today, Met Éireann have issued a status orange wind warning for Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, Sligo, Clare, […]

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