Luke Malone completed a PhD in Film Studies at Dundalk Institute of Technology. His thesis (2025) focused on how Irish animation studio Cartoon Saloon has reworked elements of Irish mythology and folklore to tackle themes of contemporary resonance, specifically otherness. He is particularly interested in how the trilogy and wider Irish cinema engage with folkloric tropes to depict women, the clash between communities, and humanity’s relationship with nature. He is a filmmaker and video editor, having assisted with community film projects, professional shoots, and indie documentaries.
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