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horseshoe
a 3 hot whiskeys films co-production
All Families Are Mad…
…Not least the Canavans. A drama comedy with a twist set in the wild West of Ireland. When Colm, the head of the family, dies, there are few who mourn his passing, not even his four estranged adult children. But the legalities of his will must be observed and more than one Canavan sibling is harbouring secrets. As the Canavans return to the family home, the fate of the family unit, their sanity and the Canavan estate all hang in the balance.
our multi-award-winning indie irish feature film is in cinemas now as of dec 5th 2025! get booking!
All booking links live here!
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reviews for horseshoe:
"A fine opening gambit for the film-making duo." - **** The Irish Times
"Its success comes as no surprise" - **** RTE
"Darkly funny and deeply melancholic" - The Hollywood Reporter
"Deftly observed and emotive." - The Film Verdict
"Horseshoe is a resoundingly brilliant debut." - ***** The Arts Review
"Horseshoe hit me so hard" - **** Scannain
"Balancing oddball charm with psychological insight." - Film Ireland
"There is drama, tension and revelation in this relatable family story." - No More Workhorse
"... an impressive introduction to two promising filmmakers." - Comic Buzz
"A warm Irish crowdpleaser that will provoke some big chuckles" - Joe.ie
"Crowdpleasing" - Screen Daily
Mo O'Connell has been nominated in the TrailblazHer Awards in the Future Leader Category for founding and running 3 Hot Whiskeys Productions and the Dublin International Comedy Film Festival. Awards Night on Nov 6th 2025. Read more below...
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Mo O’Connell Announced as Finalist in TU Dublin’s Inaugural TrailblazHER™ Excellence Awards
Dublin, 15th October — Maureen O’Connell, Founder and head of both 3 Hot Whiskeys Productions and the Dublin International Comedy Film Festival, has been announced as a finalist in the inaugural TrailblazHER™ Excellence Awards, a national initiative by Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) celebrating women who are redefining excellence, leadership, and innovation across Ireland.
O’Connell is shortlisted in the TrailblazHer Future Leader category, one of twelve categories that recognise exceptional women, changemakers, and allies who are shaping the future, from science and technology to education, entrepreneurship, the arts, and community leadership.
“I’m deeply honoured to be recognised among such inspiring women and allies who are making a difference across Ireland,” said O’Connell. “TrailblazHER™ represents empowerment, connection, and visibility, values that I strive to bring into my own work every day.”
The TrailblazHER™ Excellence Awards, part of TU Dublin’s flagship TrailblazHER™ gender equality programme, honour individuals whose determination, creativity, and impact are paving the way for a more inclusive and innovative Ireland.
This year’s awards highlight 51 finalists across 12 categories, each exemplifying leadership, vision, and purpose. The winners will be unveiled at the TrailblazHER™ Excellence Awards Ceremony on November 6th in TU Dublin’s Concert Hall, a celebration of Ireland’s most dynamic and trailblazing women and allies.
“These awards are about more than achievement; they are about empowerment, visibility, and connection,” said Dr Aoife Blowick, Senior Manager of TrailblazHER™. “The Excellence Awards shine a light on the women, allies, and changemakers who are reshaping Ireland’s future. At TU Dublin, our commitment to gender parity goes beyond words, it’s about meaningful action, recognition, and building a lasting legacy of equality.”
The 12 award categories are:
Dublin, 15th October — Maureen O’Connell, Founder and head of both 3 Hot Whiskeys Productions and the Dublin International Comedy Film Festival, has been announced as a finalist in the inaugural TrailblazHER™ Excellence Awards, a national initiative by Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) celebrating women who are redefining excellence, leadership, and innovation across Ireland.
O’Connell is shortlisted in the TrailblazHer Future Leader category, one of twelve categories that recognise exceptional women, changemakers, and allies who are shaping the future, from science and technology to education, entrepreneurship, the arts, and community leadership.
“I’m deeply honoured to be recognised among such inspiring women and allies who are making a difference across Ireland,” said O’Connell. “TrailblazHER™ represents empowerment, connection, and visibility, values that I strive to bring into my own work every day.”
The TrailblazHER™ Excellence Awards, part of TU Dublin’s flagship TrailblazHER™ gender equality programme, honour individuals whose determination, creativity, and impact are paving the way for a more inclusive and innovative Ireland.
This year’s awards highlight 51 finalists across 12 categories, each exemplifying leadership, vision, and purpose. The winners will be unveiled at the TrailblazHER™ Excellence Awards Ceremony on November 6th in TU Dublin’s Concert Hall, a celebration of Ireland’s most dynamic and trailblazing women and allies.
“These awards are about more than achievement; they are about empowerment, visibility, and connection,” said Dr Aoife Blowick, Senior Manager of TrailblazHER™. “The Excellence Awards shine a light on the women, allies, and changemakers who are reshaping Ireland’s future. At TU Dublin, our commitment to gender parity goes beyond words, it’s about meaningful action, recognition, and building a lasting legacy of equality.”
The 12 award categories are:
- TrailblazHER Businesswoman Award
- Technology TrailblazHER Award
- Sustainability TrailblazHER Award
- TrailblazHER Community Hero Award
- TrailblazHER Allyship Award
- DEI TrailblazHER Award
- DEI Research and Development Award
- TU Dublin TrailblazHER Award
- TrailblazHER Future Leaders Award
- Trailblazing Alumna Award
- Trailblazing Returners Award
- TrailblazHER of the Year Award
A full list of finalists is available at www.TUDublin.ie/TrailblazHER/Excellence.
Media Contact: Lorraine Brennan Management
Maureen O’Connell
3 Hot Whiskeys Productions Limited and the Dublin International Comedy Film Festival
[email protected] 0830464212 LinkedIn Insta (for Maureen O’Connell) Insta (for 3 Hot Whiskeys) Insta (for DICFF)
HORSESHOE
Irish Feature Film
Production Companies: Wavewalker & 3 Hot Whiskeys Films
Written by Adam O'Keeffe. Co-Directed by Edwin Mullane & Adam O'Keeffe. Co-Produced by Mo O'Connell, Edwin Mullane & Adam O'Keeffe
Starring Carolyn Bracken, John Connors, Lalor Roddy & Mary Murray
Irish Feature Film
Production Companies: Wavewalker & 3 Hot Whiskeys Films
Written by Adam O'Keeffe. Co-Directed by Edwin Mullane & Adam O'Keeffe. Co-Produced by Mo O'Connell, Edwin Mullane & Adam O'Keeffe
Starring Carolyn Bracken, John Connors, Lalor Roddy & Mary Murray
World premiere of irish feature film
horseshoe
to take place on saturday 12th july at 7pm at the town hall theatre
tickets go on sale on tuesday 24th july 6pm here
dicff 2024 was...
best dicff yet! in 5 venues!
lighthouse. complex. ifi. tailors hall. hendrick hotel
with "I went down" screening at the lighthouse with Q&A with paddy breathnach & rob walpole!
bernard o'shea. kevin mcgahern. shauna griffith. neasa hardiman. david atkinson
our first luas strapline. our first metropanel outside the lighthouse!
our first stand-up competition!
a volunteer night out to beat them all! die hard at the lighthouse!
"horseshoe" (formerly "the clan canavan")
Mo O'Connell co-produced this new indie feature film that was shot in Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon and Donegal in January to February of 2024. It is now in post-production. "Horseshoe" is co-directed by Adam O'Keeffe & Ed Mullane & is a co-production between Wavewalkers & 3 Hot Whiskeys Films.
3 Hot Whiskeys wins Screen ireland audience development fund for dicff
T.U. Dublin & Screen Ireland Advanced Producer's Course
Diploma - distinction
Mo O'Connell completed this prestigious course in April 2023 and received a Distinction.
David puttnam scholarship course
Mo O'Connell is nominated by TU Dublin & Screen Ireland for the Puttnam Scholarship 2023
I was over the moon to be nominated and selected by the Advanced Producer's Course run by TU Dublin & Screen Ireland to receive a Scholarship to do David Puttnam's Course. It was wonderful and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Read all about the other brilliant participants and the course itself, here
I was over the moon to be nominated and selected by the Advanced Producer's Course run by TU Dublin & Screen Ireland to receive a Scholarship to do David Puttnam's Course. It was wonderful and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Read all about the other brilliant participants and the course itself, here
