“In the Opinion of the Censor” Documentary Unit Stills Photography
Exploring the unseen hand that shaped Ireland’s screen history.
“In the Opinion of the Censor” Documentary Synopsis
In The Opinion of the Censor delves into the turbulent and often absurd history of Ireland’s film censorship board, a state institution that for decades decided what the Irish public could and could not see on screen.
Featuring rare archival footage, interviews with filmmakers, historians, and former censors, the documentary reveals how morality, politics, and power intersected in shaping Ireland’s cinematic identity.
“In The Opinion Of The Censor” Key Highlights
- Presented by acclaimed filmmaker and producer John Kelleher
- Directed by Andrew Gallimore and Lydia Monin
- Co-Produced by John Kelleher and David Power of John Kelleher Media
- Explores the history and influence of Ireland’s film censorship board
- Produced with extensive use of archival materials and expert testimony
- Examines freedom of expression, moral standards, and cultural change
- Funded through the Coimisiún na Meán Sound & Vision Funding Scheme
- Currently available to stream online at the Oireachtas website
- I photographed behind the scenes during production and interviews
“In the Opinion of the Censor” Awards and Accolades
Finalist — Best Cinematic Image — WIFF 2025
I was delighted to hear that one of my BTS stills was selected as a Finalist for “Best Cinematic Image” at the 19th Waterford International Film Festival 2025.
The winning image will be announced during the festival on 16th November 2025.
Official Selection — Fastnet Film Festival 2025
“In the Opinion of the Censor” Contributors and Crew
Featuring
John Kelleher
Professor Ruth Barton (Trinity College Dublin)
Anne Harris (Former Editor, The Sunday Independent)
Dr. Maurice Manning (Historian)
Art O’Leary (Chief Executive, The Electorial Commission)
Dr. Brian Hunt (Solicitor and Author)
Professor Mary E. Daly (Historian, UCD)
Declan Kiberd (University of Notre Dame)
Orlaith McBride (Director, The National Archives of Ireland)
Dr. Kevin Rockett (Trinity College, Dublin)
Gráinne Humphreys (Director, Dublin International Film Festival)
Dr. Aoife Bhreatnach (Historian)
Ciaran Carty (Film Critic and Author)
Fionnula Flanagan (Actress)
Sheamus Smith (Official Film Censor 1986-2003)
Ger Connolly (Director of Film Classification 2009-2022)
Sunniva O’Flynn (Head of Irish Film Programming IFI)
Dr. Ciarán Kissane (Director of Film Classification)
and a vocal performance by:
Morgan C. Jones
Crew
Directors Andrew Gallimore and Lydia Monin
Writers John Kelleher and Andrew Gallimore
Producers David Power and John Kelleher
DoP Kevin Minogue
ACs Donnagh Fitzpatrick and Jay Boland
Additional Camera Ronan Fox
Sound Recordist Brendan Deasy
Additional Sound Shane O’Connell
Sound Editor & Dubbing Mixer Eoin Ruan
VO Recordist Graham Davy
Design Consultant Zak Harpur
Editor Eoin McDonagh
Colourist Nikolas Panteris
Assistant Editor Goran Kvrgic
Post Production Facilities Egg Post Production
Post Production Producers Irena Williams and Joy Murphy
Executive Producer for Oireachtas TV Donnacha McKeon
Executive Producer for Caireen Associate Fionnula Gilmartin
Archive Consultant Paul Bell
Editorial Consultants Maurice Manning and Kevin Rockett
Online Editor Alan Sullivan
Archive Film Transfer Julien Dorgere, Super8 Productions
Unit Stills Photographer Daniel Geesen
“In the Opinion of the Censor” Filming Location
Where to watch “In the Opinion of the Censor”
The documentary is currently available to watch for free on The House of The Oireachtas’ Website! Follow to button below to watch now.
“In the Opinion of the Censor” BTS Photography
Documentary Stills Photographer Contact Details
If you are interested in learning more about my work as a Documentary Unit Stills Photographer or would like to collaborate on your next film project, please feel free to contact me!
Email: [email protected]
Location: Skerries, Co. Dublin, Ireland
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