Podcast: Actor Keith Dunphy & Filmmaker/Festival Founder Christine "C.C." Braithwaite on Dyslexia & RIFF

In today’s episode of the Film Ireland Podcast, we’re delighted to be partnering with the Roscommon International Film Festival (RIFF) to discuss a very important topic.
As part of Dyslexia Awareness Month, RIFF is teaming up with Dyslexia Ireland to showcase films created by dyslexic filmmakers and raise awareness of dyslexia.
We’re delighted to welcome Christine (CC) Braithwaite, a BAFTA-winning filmmaker, writer, director and producer, and co-founder of the Roscommon International Film Festival; and Keith Dunphy, an award-winning RADA-trained actor working across theatre, film and television. His screen credits include Star Wars: Rogue One, Children of Men and The Wind That Shakes the Barley. He is currently touring with his one-man play, Word Against the Word.
In this episode, we discuss filmmaking, dyslexia, representation, and the importance of creating space for diverse voices within the film industry.
Roscommon International Film Festival (RIFF) takes place from 22–24 October 2026 at Roscommon Arts Centre. Check out the full programme and get your tickets now at roscommonfilm.com/https://www.roscommonfilm.com
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Keith Dunphy
Keith Dunphy is an award-winning actor with over 25 years’ experience across theatre, film and television in London and Ireland. A RADA-trained actor, his extensive theatre work includes the Royal Shakespeare Company, Shakespeare’s Globe, Abbey Theatre Dublin, Bristol Old Vic, Royal Exchange and Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre. His screen credits include The Winter King, Professor T, Peaky Blinders, The Hollow Crown, Beowulf, No Offence and Rebellion, alongside feature films including Star Wars: Rogue One, Les Misérables, Children of Men, The Wind That Shakes the Barley and Inside I’m Dancing. Most recently, Keith filmed the feature Improper Bastards for Fire in the Whole Productions and toured Ireland with his acclaimed one-man play Word Against the Word, written and performed by Keith.
Christine “CC” Braithwaite
Festival director, Christine is a writer, director, producer, festival director and workshop facilitator with over 30 years of experience across television, film, theatre, radio and creative writing. She recently directed for Channel 5’s Milkshake! children’s documentary series Love Nature and delivers creative film workshops for organisations including Screen Yorkshire, Leeds Film Festival, Roscommon International Film Festival, Foróige and Foxford Youth Drama. She also specialises in interactive workshops for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), using puppetry and shadow puppetry.

Roscommon International Film Festival (RIFF)
The Roscommon International Film Festival returns for its fourth year with two days of exceptional independent cinema from Ireland and around the world. Experience specially curated screening blocks featuring drama, comedy, horror, thriller, documentary, animation, children’s films and much more. Alongside exciting new voices in filmmaking, the festival showcases work from established talent, creating a programme that celebrates creativity, imagination and powerful storytelling. Whether you’re a lifelong film lover or simply looking to discover something new, the festival offers an unforgettable weekend of cinema, conversation and celebration in the heart of Roscommon.
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