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Dublin Fest Unveils Lineup Featuring Colin Farrell, Bill Nighy, and World Premieres of 17 Irish Films
- DIFF 2026 reveals 83 films with 17 world premieres, highlighting a strong international and Irish slate.
- The festival runs Feb. 19 to Mar. 1, with many stars expected in Dublin for opening and related events.
- Opening night features the world premiere of Once Upon a Time in a Cinema by David Gleeson.
- Irish premieres include Morgan Matthews’ 500 Miles and other titles with notable cast.
- Switzerland is the 2026 Country in Focus, with a Lionel Baier retrospective featured.
- DIFF highlights a mix of veterans and rising stars to bridge generations in cinema.
- Opening talent includes Colin Morgan and Calam Lynch in attendance for the premiere night.
- Power Ballad, a John Carney musical, will world premiere as the festival's closing film.
- Notable Irish documentaries include profiles of Guggi and Colin Farrell among festival selections.
- DIFF opens with David Gleeson’s Once Upon a Time in a Cinema, a celebratory look at cinema’s enduring magic.
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