Once Upon a Time in Northern Ireland
Twenty-five years on from a peace agreement being reached, Once Upon a Time in Northern Ireland shares intimate, unheard testimonies from all sides of the conflict.
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- 2023-2023
- 1 season
- Documentary, Action & Adventure
Twenty-five years on from a peace agreement being reached, Once Upon a Time in Northern Ireland shares intimate, unheard testimonies from all sides of the conflict.
Season 1 Episode Guide
5 Episodes 2023
Episode 1
It Wasn't Like a Movie Anymore
Mon, May 22, 2023 55 mins
This episode looks at times of relative peace and good times to full conflict. The Catholics modeled their marches on the civil rights marches in the United States to try to improve their voting rights and improve employment opportunities. These marches evolved into riots that resulted in the British Army being used, which resulted in "The Troubles".
Episode 2
Do Paramilitaries Lie Awake at Night
55 mins
Neighborhoods and society in the cities have become very segregated. Both sides of the conflict are using paramilitary organizations. Botha sides are using hatred and fear to attempt to protect their culture. This episode does offer a small unifying force of punk rock club and a music store.
Episode 3
So Many Broken Hearts
55 mins
Very emotional episode that deals with interviews and archival footage of three women. One was a prisoner's wife. One was the daughter of a hunger striking prisoner. One was the wife of a policeman.
Episode 4
Loose Talk Costs Lives
55 mins
Tensions rise as the police and army infiltrate paramilitary organisations to gain intelligence. No-one can be trusted as fear and suspicion run rife.
Episode 5
Who Wants to Live Like That?
56 mins
After years of talks at a government level, paramilitary ceasefires are announced and the region feels hopeful about a new beginning when the Good Friday Agreement is finalized. However, Northern Ireland continues to struggle with the cost of the conflict.
