Rappers Kneecap among Irish talent shortlisted for Oscars

Kneecap members Mo Chara, DJ Provai and Moglai Bap attend the UK premiere of Kneecap, the opening film of the Sundance London Film Festival, at the Picturehouse Central Cinema, London, in June. Picture: Ian West/PA

Irish language rap trio Kneecap are among a host of talent from the island to be shortlisted for the Oscars.

The film Kneecap has been shortlisted in the best international feature film category and for best original song for 'Sick In The Head'.