Mia Mullarkey

An innovative voice in contemporary Irish cinema, Mia Mullarkey was born in Dublin, Ireland in 1981. She commenced her directing career in 2010, primarily focusing on the documentary genre with notable films such as "Mother & Baby" and "Throwline," which have earned her numerous accolades including the Discovery Award at the Dublin International Film Festival. Mullarkey's authorial style is distinctive, favoring intimate, human-led narratives that spotlight marginalised voices and pressing social issues in the Irish society.

Mia Mullarkey is not just a filmmaker, but a storyteller who uses her lens to courageously explore the depths of the human experience and give voice to the unheard.