Here we go again. It’s a dangerous thing, this prediction business. How many of last year’s ‘stars of tomorrow’ got their chance in 2020? How many more will have to wait just a little longer for their big break?
The silver lining, of course, is that Ireland has never before been home to such a vast and magnificent line-up of actors, writers and directors.
Some of them have already started to make a name for themselves on the world stage, including Barry Keoghan, Jessie Buckley and Niamh Algar.
The pandemic may yet continue to play havoc with shoots and schedules, but we can always hope that our most talented artists will finally get a chance to shine over the next 12 months.