Three Keenings

Oliver
McGoldrick

Oliver McGoldrick grew up in the countryside outside Belfast, Northern Ireland and is currently an MFA Candidate at New York University's Graduate Film Program where he is a recipient of the Maurice Kanbar and Bernie Brillstein Scholarships.
Prior to moving to New York, he worked as a Doctor in Emergency Medicine back in Ireland. Through his work and personal life he has experienced how even in the grimmest of circumstances, there is often only a fine line between tragedy and comedy.
His most recent short film Three Keenings ​premiered at the 2024 Venice Biennale.

Ian is a professional mourner whose emotionally powerful performances ensure there isn’t a dry eye at any funeral.

This film screens as part of the programZlín Dog - Student Live-action Films 1.