In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America
Synopsis
John Hume saw that by harnessing the political influence of the Irish American diaspora in Washington, it was possible to overcome the legacy of conflict and achieve peace. Exploring the decades-long campaign by the Nobel Prize winner, filmmaker Maurice Fitzpatrick reveals how Hume - inspired by Martin Luther King - became the moral architect for peace in Northern Ireland. In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America is a compelling feature documentary, narrated by Liam Neeson, with dramatic footage and stirring interviews with Presidents Clinton and Carter, US senators and congressmen, and Irish and British leaders. Reminding us of the redemptive powers of politics to overcome division. It is a timely story that profiles creative leadership, international cooperation and the U.S. contribution to peace and stability on the island of Ireland.
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In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-06-27
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 24, 2017
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Maurice Fitzpatrick
- Original Score
- Bill Whelan
- Original Title
- In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America
- Country of Origin
- Ireland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Maurice Fitzpatrick
Bill Whelan
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Maurice Fitzpatrick
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What is In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America about?
John Hume saw that by harnessing the political influence of the Irish American diaspora in Washington, it was possible to overcome the legacy of conflict and achieve peace. Exploring the decades-long campaign by the Nobel Prize winner, filmmaker Maurice Fitzpatrick reveals how Hume - inspired by Martin Luther King - became the moral architect for peace in Northern Ireland. In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America is a compelling feature documentary, narrated by Liam Neeson, with dramatic footage and stirring interviews with Presidents Clinton and Carter, US senators and congressmen, and Irish and British leaders. Reminding us of the redemptive powers of politics to overcome division. It is a timely story that profiles creative leadership, international cooperation and the U.S. contribution to peace and stability on the island of Ireland.
Who directed In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America?
In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America was directed by Maurice Fitzpatrick.
Who stars in In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America?
The principal cast of In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America includes Bono, Jimmy Carter, Tony Blair, Bill Clinton, Liam Neeson.
When was In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America released and how long is it?
In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America?
The original motion picture soundtrack for In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America was composed by Bill Whelan.