Caoimhín Mac an Bhreitheamhan

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A corporate executive - now writer.
I moved to the north of Ireland to be with my ancestors.
Ireland is my muse. My journey - bring life to the hidden Ireland
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               The Hooded Men
Set against the turbulent backdrop of 1970s Ireland, The Hooded Men is an emotionally charged historical drama that intertwines family, activism, and the relentless fight for civil rights. The story follows Seán McKenna, a passionate and charismatic activist, as he courageously leads peaceful protests against systemic injustice in Northern Ireland, risking his life and family’s safety. At home, his teenage daughter Mary navigates her own coming-of-age journey, grappling with the weight of her father’s convictions while finding her own voice in a divided world.
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As the McKenna family confronts the oppressive forces of the British government and the Royal Ulster Constabulary, the film highlights the resilience of human spirit through acts of defiance and unity. Interwoven with vivid historical events, including violent clashes and political scheming, the narrative balances the personal and the political—bringing to life the cost of fighting for justice in a land rife with turmoil.

​Anchored by compelling characters, heart-wrenching sacrifices, and the enduring hope for peace, The Hooded Men delivers a poignant exploration of identity, heritage, and the lengths one family will go to protect what they hold dear.

                          Click to read an excerpt of The Hooded Men
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                 Rescued

​Meabh Molloy, a fiercely independent dog rescuer in rural Ireland, battles against cruelty and corruption to protect the animals she loves.

Thirty years after witnessing a traumatic event as a child, Meabh runs a dog sanctuary where she and her daughter Aoife devote their lives to saving vulnerable animals. 
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A recent Finalist at The Wiki Screenplay Contest, "Rescued" is a powerful exploration of the bond between humans and animals, and the lengths one woman will go to protect the voiceless in the face of danger.
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The Birthday
Caoimhín Mac an Bhreitheamhan was the winner of a Special Recognition Award at Féile An Earraigh Over 60’s Short Story Competition, in which the judges said "‘The Birthday’ by Caoimhín Mac an Bhreitheamhan  was so powerful and exceptional that we’ve placed it in a special category of its own—Special Recognition Award. Although not set in Ireland but in present-day Gaza it is an incredibly moving story about a young boy and his attempts to survive the Israeli forces’ current genocide of the Palestinian people. 

                                         Click here to read "The Birthday"​
                     New Projects Underway...
Constantly working in multiple formats, Caoimhín Mac an Bhreitheamhan is working on several cutting-edge projects that include:
  • A short screenplay adaptation of his award-winning story The Birthday
  • I Woke Up and Died, a short film screenplay about a middle-aged man recovering from a total cardiac arrest, its aftermath, and the personal journey to start "normal" life anew.
  • The Rise of the Provisionals, a mini-series based on Ireland's 30-year ethno-nationalist conflict.
  • A feature screenplay based upon the life of  John Connolly.
  • The Gamer, the story of a young college dropout who becomes a famous gamer, only to finally be persuaded to join the family firm...forever changing the direction of his life.​
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A highly disciplined and dedicated writer, Caoimhín's current work includes 12 published short stories as he actively seeks representation and production resources for his feature screenplay The Hooded Men.