Win for Irish film boosts Oscar prospects

AN Irish short film could be in line for an Oscar after scooping an important win at the prestigious Aspen Shortsfest in the United States.

Whatever Turns You On, an Irish Film Board-funded short film by filmmaker Declan Cassidy, qualified for the festival from more than 2,500 entries before beating off stiff competition from 60 finalists to take the Best Short Short Award.

This award is one of about 60 worldwide which qualify short films for entry to the Academy Awards.