Horseshoe

When Colm Canavan dies, his adult children gather in the family home. All have a difficult relationship with the rest of their family. When Colm’s will is read out, it has a surprising provision - the four siblings must agree on how the estate is divided up. The problem? They can barely have a conversation without getting into an argument.

Winner of Best Irish First Feature at the 2025 Galway Film Fleadh, co-directors Edwin Mullane and Adam O’Keeffe have crafted a keenly observed comedy-drama about a very Irish family. While many will be able to relate to its amusing portrayal of squabbling siblings, it’s also a genuinely emotional journey as these four characters navigate through serious personal and familial crises.

Reviews:
“Balancing oddball charm with psychological insight, Horseshoe stands as a tribute to rural Ireland and a promising introduction to these two emerging voices in Irish cinema.” - Dora Matijević, Film Ireland

“[A] heartfelt tale of four bereft siblings explores the generational impacts of troubled domestic history and the ways in which family can still be there for one another even in the most difficult of circumstances.” - Ben Nicholson, The Film Verdict

“The directors… deserve credit for tackling difficult themes with a light touch..” - Amber Wilkinson, Screen Daily