Join Channel 4 for an Exclusive Screening of Trespasses

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Wednesday 12 November, 6:00 pm

Downstairs Theatre

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Channel 4 invites you to a special screening to mark the final episode of Trespasses.

We’re delighted to invite all Belfast Media Festival attendees to an exclusive screening of the final episode of Trespasses – ahead of its Channel 4 transmission that evening.

Based on the best-selling novel by Louise Kennedy, starring Lola Petticrew, Tom Cullen and Gillian Anderson, adapted by Ailbhe Keogan and directed by Dawn Shadforth, Trespasses is a powerful and moving love story set against the backdrop of the Troubles, and brought to life by BAFTA award-winning and double Oscar-nominated Wildgaze Films.

We’re thrilled to be joined at the event by writer Louise Kennedy, executive producer Amanda Posey, producer Maria Mulhall, and Channel 4 Commissioner, Rebecca Holdsworth, who will take part in a post-screening conversation about bringing this remarkable story to the screen.

Don’t miss this special opportunity to see the gripping conclusion of one of the year’s most talked-about dramas before its broadcast premiere.

TRESPASSES launches on C4 at 9pm on Sunday 9th November, with episodes 2-4 screening Monday 10th – Wednesday, 12th November (and all available on 4oD). PLEASE NOTE: As we’ll be screening Episode 4, there will be spoilers for anyone who hasn’t seen Episodes 1–3.

Date: Wednesday 12^th November

Where: Downstairs Theatre, The Mac
Time:

6.00 – 6.30 – Guest registration

6.30-7.15pm Screening of Trespasses.

7.15 – 7.45pm: Panel Q&A

7.45 – 8.30pm: Post event reception

This screening is open to all Belfast Media Festival attendees, but spaces are limited — so please register via this link: Trespasses Screening – Belfast Media Festival

Chair

Nicola Lyons, Head of Production and Drama Lead, Northern Ireland Screen

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Panel

Louise Kennedy

Author & Executive Producer

Louise Kennedy grew up near Belfast. Trespasses is her first novel. She is also the author of a collection of short stories, The End of the World Is a Cul de Sac. She has written for The Guardian, The Irish Times, and BBC Radio 4. Before becoming a writer, she worked as a chef for almost thirty years. She lives in Sligo, Ireland.

Rebecca Holdsworth

Commissioning Editor and Northern Ireland Lead, Channel 4

Commissioning Editor and Northern Ireland Lead.

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Amanda Posey

Executive Producer, Trespasses

Amanda Posey is a double Oscar-nominated and BAFTA-winning producer, for BROOKLYN and AN EDUCATION, and is founder of the independent production company, Wildgaze Films, based in London. Amanda serves as Executive Producer on Wildgaze’s first TV series, TRESPASSES, which will premiere on Channel 4 in November 2025. Starring Lola Petticrew, Tom Cullen and Gillian Anderson, Trespasses is a four-part drama based on Louise Kennedy’s award-winning and bestselling debut novel, adapted by Ailbhe Keogan, and directed by Dawn Shadforth. Amanda’s most recent film as producer is Wildgaze’s JOY, for Netflix/Pathe. JOY launched at the London Film Festival 2024, starred Thomasin Mackenzie, James Norton and Bill Nighy, was directed by Ben Taylor and written by Jack Thorne from a story with Rachel Mason.

Maria Mulhall

Producer, Trespasses

Maria Mulhall is a producer on Channel 4’s upcoming drama Trespasses, starring Lola Petticrew, Tom Cullen, and Gillian Anderson. With a background in line producing and assistant directing, her recent credits include The Dry, God’s Creatures, Four Letters of Love, and Blue Lights. Based in Belfast, Maria brings extensive production experience and a deep understanding of the filmmaking process to her work. She is committed to championing distinctive, character-driven storytelling and to supporting the continued growth of Northern Ireland’s film and television industry.