Six of the best from the Galway Film Fleadh as chosen by event director

The Cork-born director of the prestigious event helps Esther McCarthy select some highlights

“This is like Sophie’s Choice,” exclaims Gar O’Brien when asked to choose his hottest festival picks from this year’s Galway Film Fleadh.

It’s an understandable dilemma. Not only has Galway strengthened its reputation as the go-to festival for new Irish cinema in recent years — the sheer level of domestic film talent on offer makes it a challenge to narrow down.