CONOR KANE
ACTOR MARTIN Sheen, the star of Apocalypse Now , Wall Street and The West Wing , will be filming in Fethard, Co Tipperary, in the coming weeks. His latest movie,
Stella Days , tells the story of a newly-arrived parish priest who wants to open a cinema in a small town in 1950s Ireland,
but attracts the opposition of his bishop as well as some locals who fear the effect of the outside influence on their way of life.

Crew members, including director Thaddeus O’Sullivan, have been seen around the picturesque town over the last month or so, selecting suitable locations for the shoot which is due to get under way next week.

Among the venues chosen for shooting are the famous McCarthy’s Bar, the town hall and Holy Trinity Church.

Meanwhile, casting will take place this week in Fethard for extras needed for some of the church and hall scenes.

Aspiring thespians as well as those out for a bit of fun have been advised to attend the local ballroom today between 2pm and 8pm.