He bade his farewells, but Wilko Johnson is readjusting to life again after being declared free of pancreatic cancer, writes Ed Power

Soul’s James Brown is the latest singer to have his life story filmed, in a ‘rags to riches’ genre that began with the first ‘talkie’ in 1927.

SINCE its foundation, in 1989, the Galway Film Fleadh has shown the best in international cinema, while being a platform for Irish filmmakers to screen their work, all in an intimate, relaxed atmosphere, full of passion and with the odd beverage.

Highlights include Gay Byrne's interview with Bono, and Chris O'Dowd on the Graham Norton Show.

GIG WISE: It’s the hottest ticket in town … Dingle town at least, and probably the entire country.

Styled To Rock

Actress Julie Delpy is going to direct a new film about punk pioneer Joe Strummer.

Sex Pistol John Lydon paid tribute to the band’s former manager Malcolm McLaren, who has died aged 64.

George Clooney and Meryl Streep will help the London Film Festival open with a bang today as they walk the red carpet for the world premiere of 'Fantastic Mr Fox', based on Roald Dahl’s classic children’s book.

Another terrific example of an outstanding documentary crossing over the mainstream, Temple’s look at the life and times of the iconic Strummer from the Clash.

Director Julien Temple is making a film about this year's Glastonbury Festival.