Brendan Gleeson, son Domhnall, compete for IFTA's Best Actor prize

UPI
By KAREN BUTLER, United Press International   |   Feb. 27, 2014



Beloved Irish actor Brendan Gleeson and his son Domhnall were both nominated for the Irish Film and Television Award for Best Actor in a Film Thursday.

The elder Gleeson earned the nod for his work in "Calvary," while his offspring was nominated for his performance in "About Time." The actors previously co-starred in "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" and "Six Shooter."

Up for the Best Picture IFTA are "Byzantium," "Calvary," "Run & Jump," "The Sea" and "The Stag."

Four of the five best film nominees also get mentions for Best Script -- John Banville for "The Sea," Ailbhe Keogan for "Run & Jump," John Michael McDonagh for "Calvary," and the duo of John Butler and Peter McDonald for "The Stag."



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Domhnall Gleeson climbs his way to the Hollywood A-list

THE INDEPENDENT
CAITLIN MCBRIDE – 09 AUGUST 2013

THE son of legendary actor Brendan Gleeson, Domhnall, joined Rachel McAdams for his latest film premiere.

Irish actor Domhnall is celebrating his first major Hollywood role, alongside actress Rachel McAdams. The pair star in the romantic comedy About Time, and stepped out to promote the film together at the world premiere in London.

The acting duo were the star attractions at last night's red carpet event, held at Somerset House. Domhnall opted for classic elegance in a grey suit and navy tie, while his co-star wore Roksanda Ilincic top, skirt, and belt, Casadei shoes, and Norman Silverman earrings.

The young actor is earning rave reviews for his role in About Time, in which he plays the geeky Londoner who learns he can travel back in time. However, with the world at his fingertips, he his only goal is to find a girlfriend (played by McAdams).

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