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When Ireland Was Divided: Border Country
Documentary featuring 100 years of archival footage recounting the stories of people whose lives have been affected by the border between Ireland and the UK.
Since the border between the UK and Ireland was created in 1922, film crews and journalists have descended there to try and make sense of its absurdities and contradictions – as well as the turmoil it can cause.
Border Country: When Ireland Was Divided brings 100 years of archival footage together with the stories of people whose lives have been affected by this crucial dividing line.
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Thu 26 Oct 202301:55
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Duration: 00:38
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Director | Guy King |
| Producer | Rachel Hooper |
| Executive Producer | James Rogan |
| Executive Producer | Justin Binding |
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