In post-troubles Belfast, the riotous rap trio “Kneecap” emerges, setting the stage for the Irish language’s resurgence against the establishment. Self-proclaimed “low life scum” Liam Óg and Naoise, along with school teacher JJ, become a political symbol and the defiant voice of Ireland’s restless youth.

As they struggle to make their mark on the world, and family and relationship pressures threaten to pull the plug on their dreams, the trio weave a narrative that transcends music. A true-life fable about man’s intrinsic urge for identity, the allure of drugs and a passion for life, KNEECAP is a thrilling ride pulsating with hip-hop beats.

Rich Peppiatt is a Belfast-based writer and director working across film, TV and commercials from Northern Ireland. His debut film, the documentary ONE ROGUE REPORTER, was adapted from his comedy stage show of the same name, which debuted in 2012 at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, before embarking on a national tour. The film premiered at Sheffield Doc/Fest. Furthermore, he has written and directed a number of short films. His short film GROUNDED made it onto the Oscar longlist in 2020. KNEECAP is his feature film debut.

Filmography: 2014 ONE ROGUE REPORTER (documentary), 2017 HUTCHING UP, 2018 GROUNDED; BACKSEAT DRIVER (all short films), 2024 KNEECAP

Awards (selection): Audience Award NEXT (Sundance Film Festival, USA 2024), Award for Best Irish Film (Galway Film Fleadh, Ireland 2024)