Reece Cargan, Ciara Barry to participate in Limerick’s inaugural producer lab

Scotland-based producers Reece Cargan and Barry Crerar’s Ciara Barry are Scottish, Ireland and Canada producers taking part in the first Limerick Film Lab, which will take place on July 6-9.

Operated with films at Limerick, a film station in the Midwest Ireland, the lab aims to promote collaboration between first and second feature producers based in Ireland, Scotland and Canada.

Developed in collaboration with Screen Scotland and Picture NL and the NewFoundland and Labrador Film Agency.

Participants will have the opportunity to participate in a series of workshops, explore internationally focused business partnerships, and gain insight into the national funding environment.

From Scotland, together Midwinter break Born in Belfast with co-producer Cargan girl Producers Barry are Rena Vurma (Sky film), Zam Salim (Accidental film), Laura McBride (Compact), and LaChasley Bass (Athletic film).

Participating Ireland-based producers are Steve Hall (photo of Dark Day), Anna Manion (Tri Moon Films), Melissa Collins (Bostowest Production Lynhon (Maid Image), Talladulan (Honest Art), Ronan Cassidy (Carbonated Comet) and Lala Hicky (Combin Outdoor Production).

From Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, producers are Wander Nolan (Ruby Line Production), Ruth Lawrence (Blue Pinion Film), Aman Double Man (Melted Kettle Media), Tallary Gerhardt (TL Production), Mallory Horseman (Photo of the Fire) and Michael Pierce (MUN).

Limerick Film Lab is supported by the Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board, Limerick City and County Council, Screen Scotland and Picture NL, and is further supported by Screen Ireland and screen producer Ireland. It forms part of the film on Limerick’s mission to position the Midwest Ireland as a major hub for international screen collaboration and innovation.

“Limerick Lab is about connections, not just between filmmakers, but between culture, storytelling traditions and industrial ecosystems.

“It’s time to help our local producers develop more and work on the bigger stage with international partners and larger budgets. Building a strong connection between Scotland and Canada will help local producers attract the partners and international funding they need to realize their growth ambitions.”