“The Dingle International Film Festival has, since its establishment in 2007, become a landmark event in Ireland’s cultural calendar. Its repute, of course, extends far beyond Irish shores, and every year Dingle plays host to filmmakers and animators who have travelled from countries across the globe to participate in this special event. As President of Ireland I would like to thank the organisers of the Dingle International Film Festival for their dedication to the promotion of the beautiful and courageous films which cause us to examine new thoughts and new possibilities.”