Irish-Language Film 'Kneecap' Earns Two Oscar Shortlist Spots

The Belfast rap group's semi-biographical film is in the running for Best International Feature and Best Original Song at the 2025 Academy Awards.

The film 'Kneecap,' based on the formation of the Belfast rap trio, is shortlisted for Best International Feature and Best Original Song at the 2025 Oscars.
The song 'Sick in the Head,' performed by Kneecap, is competing in the Best Original Song category alongside tracks from films like 'Moana 2' and 'Blitz.'
This marks only the second time in history that an Irish-language film has been shortlisted for Best International Feature at the Academy Awards.
The film won seven awards at the Independent Film Awards (BIFA), including Best British Independent Film and Best Joint Lead for its three stars.
Kneecap recently won a legal battle over arts funding and donated the settlement to youth centers in Belfast, further solidifying their cultural impact.