Irish Ways
Synopsis
Irish Ways focuses on daily confrontations between the British Army and Irish Nationalists. It reveals discrimination in housing and employment, and laws permitting arbitrary arrest and imprisonment of Irish nationalists. The film investigates the pervasive atmosphere of fear and mistrust - constant surveillance of neighborhoods and business districts, television advertisements encouraging citizens to report suspicious neighbors to British troops, and the commonplace bombings and shootings. Giving voice to soldiers on both sides and to ordinary citizens who must live in wartime circumstances, Irish Ways provides important background to the continuing civil war over Ireland.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur MacCaig
- Original Title
- Irish Ways
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur MacCaig
Department Leadership Roster
Arthur MacCaig
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Irish Ways.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring Irish Ways.
list11
More Like Irish Ways
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Irish Ways
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Irish Ways about?
Irish Ways focuses on daily confrontations between the British Army and Irish Nationalists. It reveals discrimination in housing and employment, and laws permitting arbitrary arrest and imprisonment of Irish nationalists. The film investigates the pervasive atmosphere of fear and mistrust - constant surveillance of neighborhoods and business districts, television advertisements encouraging citizens to report suspicious neighbors to British troops, and the commonplace bombings and shootings. Giving voice to soldiers on both sides and to ordinary citizens who must live in wartime circumstances, Irish Ways provides important background to the continuing civil war over Ireland.
Who directed Irish Ways?
Irish Ways was directed by Arthur MacCaig.
Who stars in Irish Ways?
The principal cast of Irish Ways includes Not specified.
When was Irish Ways released and how long is it?
Irish Ways was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 52m.