Movies and TvShows featuring "west-belfast-northern-ireland" theme.

Through the eyes of various Irish Republican Army (IRA) members, explore the extremes some people will go to in the name of their beliefs, the way a deeply divided society can suddenly tip over into armed conflict, the long shadow of radical violence for both victims and perpetrators, and the emotional and psychological costs of a code of silence.

Belfast 1972: The politically naive Bernie is trying to bring up a normal family in less than normal surroundings. Her best friend is accidentally shot dead by the IRA, and her neighbours are constantly raided by the army. In this climate of fear she stands up and condemns the murders. Criticising both factions, her call for a ceasefire is interpreted as an attack against the IRA, and as her peace movement takes momentum, she and her family are placed in the frontline.

This documentary explores the events of the Massacre at Ballymurphy in 1971, where British troops in Northern Ireland were involved in the killing of civilians. It delves into the political, social, and historical context of the massacre, highlighting issues such as British colonialism, voting rights, housing discrimination, sectarianism, and the Troubles. The film also examines the aftermath of the massacre, including the public inquest and the impact it had on the community.

It was the most notorious terrorist incident since the Gunpowder Plot - an attempt by the IRA to wipe out the entire UK government on 12 October 1984 as it convened on the south coast. Award-winning journalist Peter Taylor remembers the carnage as special effects and emotional testimony from survivors combine in a tense reconstruction. Followed by The Hunt for the Bomber.