Film
Ruth is the producer for a film production group called Steady Break Productions, working along with Will Fox and Eoin Finnegan.
She was the Creative Productions Officer for the University College Dublin Film Society, having produced, written and directed a number of short films and promotional videos.
She has worked with the UCD School of Canadian Studies, as well as the School of Drama to create documentary and promotional videos.
I conducted a number of interviews and promotional videos with the Dublin Book Festival of 2018 with a variety of authors, publishers and illustrators.
If you wish to collaborate on a film based production, please contact Ruth on steadybreakproductions@gmail.com
Showcasing the best of the events, books and guests from the Dublin Book Festival 2019.
The opening night of Dublin Book Festival 2019! With Pat McCabe interview by Áine Lawlor and post wine reception.
Luke O'Neill sits down to discuss writing for children, the research that went into the Great Irish Science Book, and the beautiful illustrations by Linda Fahrlin!
Stewart Roche, Caitríona Daly, and David Horan sit down to discuss constructive criticism, inspirational theatre, and what happens when things go wrong on stage.
Rick O'Shea and Dave Rudden sit down to discuss their experiences with The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, and their upcoming event at Dublin Book Festival.
A Steady Break Productions short film
Produced, written, directed and cinematography by Ruth Ennis
Edited by Eoin Finnegan
Eric Clarkson is preparing for his driving test. After a few hilarious failures, he tries and tries again until he passes. With his new independence he explores a new world of doing what you want; including buying your favourite flavour of ice cream and shape of pasta.
A Steady Break Productions short film
Produced by Ruth Ennis
Written and directed by Will Fox
Edited and filmed by Eoin Finnegan
Shannon suffers from "Walking Corpse Syndrome". Two curious journalists approach her for an interview.
Filmed and edited by Ruth Ennis
The Dublin Book Festival is one of Ireland’s most successful and vibrant book festivals, running since June 2006. The annual public festival showcases, supports and develops Irish publishing by programming, publicising and selling Irish published books, their authors, editors and contributors – all in an entertaining, festive, friendly and accessible environment that reflects the creativity and personality of the Irish publishing sector and its authors. Smock Alley Theatre acts as the festival hub.
Filmed and edited by Ruth Ennis
The Dublin Book Festival 2018 began on the 15th of November. We wanted to show you all the hard work our volunteers put in to putting it all together, as well as those who were eager to come attend our opening event; The Stinging Fly 20 Year Anniversary
Filmed and edited by Ruth Ennis
We visited Rutland National School, Co.Dublin, to talk to the young readers about their favourite books and characters. We learned a lot about the adventures and friendships these children adore, and we are delighted to share our love for books with them.
Filmed and edited by Ruth Ennis
Dublin Book Festival hosted a launch on Eason bookshop on O'Connell's Street on the 9th of November. You sent us questions over social media and came to visit in person, to ask your favourite authors everything that came to mind!
Interviewed, filmed and edited by Ruth Ennis
John Fanning talks to us about his new book Ezekiel, his inspirations, the use of dialogue in his book and what he has learned from others who attend his writer's treat in La Muse.
FIlmed and edited by Ruth Ennis
Interview by Cassia Gaden Gilmartin
We met Ciarán O'Rourke, the newly published poet with The Irish Pages Press, to discuss his selection process for his new collection, his inspiration, working with the Irish Press Pages and advice for aspiring poets.
Filmed and edited by Ruth Ennis
Interview by Cassia Gaden Gilmartin
We sit with Arnold Thomas Fanning, author of Mind on Fire, to discuss his experience in writing different mediums, his process for writing deeply personal matters, mental health and his inspirations.
Filmed and edited by Ruth Ennis
Interview by Cassia Gaden Gilmartin
Dublin Book Festival talks with Sue Rainsford about her new book Follow Me to the Ground, her inspiration, magical realism and has some advise for aspiring authors.
Interview, filmed and edited by Ruth Ennis
Dublin Book Festival interviews Cethan Leahy. We talk about his new book Tuesdays Are Just As Bad, mental health representation for teenagers and writing for different mediums and ages.
Interviewed, filmed and edited by Ruth Ennis
Dublin Book Festival talk with Ivan O'Brien about the family publishing business, the role of social media in marketing, and more.
Interviewed, filmed and edited by Ruth Ennis
Dublin Book Festival talk with Dave Rudden about his fans, inspirations and his books - old and new.
A UCD Film Society Production
Produced by Ruth Ennis
Written and directed by Thomas Mozden
Edited by Eoin Finnegan
A woman speaks to her neighbor about the sudden disappearance of her brother.
A UCD Film Society Production
Produced, written and directed by Ruth Ennis
Edited by Eoin Finnegan
Two brothers face the reality and danger of a peculiar power.
A UCD Film Society Production
Produced by Ruth Ennis
Written and directed by Will Fox
Edited by Eoin Finnegan
A brother and sister meet to learn of what their late father has left for them in his will.
A UCD Film Society Production
Produced by Ruth Ennis
Written and directed by Michael Aherne
Edited by Eoin Finnegan
A comedy-drama about growing up and facing reality, Dialogue tells the story of a young man who has an interview with (a more successful version of) himself... but reality threatens to shatter the foundations of his fantasy.
A UCD Film Society Production
Produced by Ruth Ennis
Written and directed by Thomas Mozden
Edited by Eoin Finnegan
A comedy about an atypical day in the office.
Filmed and edited by Ruth Ennis
The University College Dublin School of Drama's Performance Project showcases an originally devised play, created by the student ensemble and director
Edited by Ruth Ennis
Filmed by the UCD Film Society
The University College Dublin School of Drama's Performance Project showcases an originally devised play, created by the student ensemble and director.
Filmed and edited by Ruth Ennis
Co-organized by Professor Linda Morra, 2016-17 Craig Dobbin Professor of Canadian Studies, and Dr. Paul Halferty, Director of the UCD Centre for Canadian Studies, "Untold Stories of the Past 150 Years," took place at University College Dublin, April 28-29, 2017. In this video, conference participants tell some of their "untold stories."
A UCD Film Society Production
Produced, written and directed by Ruth Ennis
Edited by Eoin Finnegan
One person can make a difference. A promotional campaign video for Cystic Fibrosis Ireland’s place in the Women’s Mini Marathon 2016