RIP IT UP - Kneecap (18)

Kneecap is a 2024 comedy-drama film about the Belfast hip-hop trio, who are using music to revive the Irish language and assert cultural identity. It follows the rise of Kneecap, composed of Liam Óg 'Mo Chara' Ó Hannaidh, Naoise 'Móglaí Bap' Ó Cairealláin, and JJ 'DJ Próvaí' Ó Dochartaigh, who play fictionalised versions of themselves in the film. Set in West Belfast in 2019, the film explores Kneecap's coming-of-age journey, family dynamics, and immersion in the politically charged environment surrounding the Irish language.

Before the screening, join DJClubMCR in an Intro to DJing session. At the end of the film, you'll have the opportunity to jump on the decks and mix in a song or two. DJ Club is a Manchester based grassroots community that exists to make DJing and music culture more accessible.

RIP IT UP

This event is part of RIP IT UP, a vibrant mini‑season at Stretford Public Hall, exploring youth culture, identity and expression in the UK. Each screening becomes a social, intergenerational event, pairing well‑known and contemporary films with light‑touch, youth‑led activity.

Audiences can take part in creative wraparound elements including a zine‑making station, discussions, a post‑film DJ set and a filmmaking workshop.

With affordable tickets for under‑25s, the programme is designed to be welcoming, low‑cost and accessible, creating space for younger voices while bringing people together through film, conversation and shared experience.

This project is supported by Film Hub North with National Lottery Funding on behalf of BFI Film Audience Network.