Nova Hynes is an award-winning writer, filmmaker and visual artist. Her photography and peer-reviewed research have been featured in various publications. She is now developing an anthology film and pursuing a PhD in philosophy, film and photography.
Nova Hynes is a filmmaker, screenwriter, and visual artist known for her evocative dramatic narratives that delve into themes of identity, belonging, and the human condition. Her work has received recognition at numerous festivals, including the 54th Nashville Film Festival, the 24th Kerry International Film Festival, and the Golden Script Competition.
An alumna of Trinity College Dublin and Leiden University, Nova holds an MA with honors in Film and Photographic Studies and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in philosophy and photographic media at Leiden University. Her academic background enriches her artistic practice, where she often examines concepts of opposition, absence, and the aftermath of traumatic events.
Her interdisciplinary approach and dedication to exploring complex themes contribute to her poetic storytelling style, as she continues to push the boundaries of both storytelling and visual art.
Filmography
Writer (5 Credits)
NOA'S PLACE
Screenplay, Short Script
NOA'S PLACE (Short)
Screenplay, Short Script
WINDSWEPT
Screenplay, Short Script
Human Relationships (Micro-Short)2018
Experimental, Short
Taking It All In (Micro-Short)2018
Experimental, Short
14 Awards & Selections
Finalist WINDSWEPT
Waterford International Film Festival Waterford, Ireland
2024
Finalist WINDSWEPT
Kerry International Film Festival Killarney, Ireland
2024
Grand Prix Winner: Super Short Script WINDSWEPT
New York Script Awards New York, United States
2024
Finalist WINDSWEPT
Santa Barbara International Screenplay Awards Santa Barbara, United States
2024
Best Super Short Film, Gold Award: First Time Director Human Relationships (Micro-Short)
Paris Film Awards Paris, France
2024
Official Selection Human Relationships (Micro-Short)
GRRL HAUS CINEMA Cambridge, United States
2024
Finalist | The Golden List of 2024 NOA'S PLACE
The Golden Script Competition Glasgow, UK
2024
Honorable Mention | Official Selection Taking It All In (Micro-Short)
New York Tri-State International Film Festival New York, United States
2023
Nominee (Best Dance or Poetic Film) Taking It All In (Micro-Short)
Lonely Wolf International Film Festival London, United Kingdom
2023
Nominee | Official Selection Human Relationships (Micro-Short)
Screaming Ostrich International Film Festival Arlington, United States
2023
Finalist NOA'S PLACE (Short)
Waterford International Film Festival Waterford, Ireland
2023
Finalist with an Honorable Mention NOA'S PLACE (Short)
Kerry International Film Festival Killarney, Ireland
2023
Script Competition Winner NOA'S PLACE (Short)
Sunday Shorts Film Festival London, United Kingdom
2023
Finalist NOA'S PLACE
Nashville Film Festival Screenwriting Competition Nashville, United States
Nova Hynes is an award-winning writer, filmmaker and visual artist. Her photography and peer-reviewed research have been featured in various publications. She is now developing an anthology film and pursuing a PhD in philosophy, film and photography.