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Manori Ravindran International Editor An uplifting documentary about an Irish teacher who uses Plato’s teachings to defuse violence among his young pupils is set to be adapted into a feature film by The Bureau, the producers of “Supernova.” Directed by Neasa Ní Chianáin (“School Life”) and Declan McGrath and produced by David Rane for Soilsiú Films, “Young Plato” was recently released in U.S. cinemas following a major 40-festival run. The film has won nine Irish and international awards, including the George Morrison Feature Documentary Award at the Irish Film and Television Academy (IFTA) Awards, the ICCL Human Rights on Film Award, the Special Jury Award at the Thessaloniki Film Festival, and an Honorable Mention at Greenwich IFF.

Apple’s comedy series Bad Sisters and Martin McDonagh’s latest feature, The Banshees of Inisherin, took the top honors at this year’s Irish Film & TV Awards (IFTAs). Scroll down for the complete list of winners.

WINNERS OF THE IFTA FILM & DRAMA AWARDS 2020Best film 2020 Ordinary LoveBest film 2019 Black ’47Director – film Paddy Breathnach (Rosie)Scriptwriter – film Mark O’Halloran (Rialto)Actor in a leading role – film Tom Vaughan-Lawlor (Rialto)Actress in a leading role – film Jessie Buckley (Wild Rose)Actor in a supporting role – film David Wilmot (Ordinary Love)Actress supporting role – film Niamh Algar (Calm with Horses)George Morrison feature documentary The Lonely Battle of Thomas ReidIrish Film