Aontas is an Irish-language feature thriller that follows in the footsteps of Oscar-nominated An Cailín Ciúin ( The Quiet Girl ) and Oscar-shortlisted Kneecap . The film, which means "union" , has been selected

The Quiet Girl is so far the only Irish-language film to secure a nomination in the international Oscar category. An Cailín Ciúin , directed For related coverage, explore our detailed analysis on Technology and Digital Systems.

Background and Historical Context

Director McCann said: "What an intriguing and clever twist on the classic bank heist narrative, with powerful female performances at its core . This wonderful Irish-language film is resonating with audiences worldwide.”

"I was bringing some soggy washing in out of the rain when the news arrived – what a turnaround of a day! We’ve been overwhelmed ," McCann added.

Aontas was The film has received an overwhelming response from audiences worldwide.

Director's Statement

We could never have imagined that this is where the journey might take us, but it’s a testament to the staggering graft and boundless optimism of our cast and crew.”

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The Quiet Girl ( An Cailín Ciúin ) is so far the only Irish-language film to secure a nomination in the international Oscar category.

Irish-language feature thriller Aontas is Ireland’s submission for the best international feature film category at the Oscars 2027. The Irish Film & Television Academy (IFTA) unveiled the selection for the 99th Academy Awards on Friday.

“The film follows in the footsteps of Oscar-nominated An Cailín Ciúin ( The Quiet Girl ) (2023) and Oscar-shortlisted Kneecap (2024),” IFTA stated.

“Aontas” means “union.” “What an intriguing and clever twist on the classic bank heist narrative, with powerful female performances at its core “This wonderful Irish-language film is resonating with audiences worldwide.” Director McCann added: “I was bringing some soggy washing in out of the rain when the news arrived – what a turnaround of a day! We’ve been overwhelmed ” He added: “My co-writer Sarah Gordon and I wrote the script in the attic of our house and we shot over 18 rainy days in the Glens of Antrim.

We could never have imagined that this is where the journey might take us, but it’s a testament to the staggering graft and boundless optimism of our cast and crew.” The Quiet Girl ( An Cailín Ciúin ) is so far the only Irish-language film to secure a nomination in the international Oscar category.