Border Country: When Ireland Was Divided
Synopsis
The border between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland has meandered across rural Irish farmlands since its creation in 1922. Throughout this time film crews and journalists have descended upon the border, attempting to understand its absurdities and contradictions – and the turmoil it can cause. At yet another crucial moment in its history, Border Country: When Ireland Was Divided brings almost 100 years of archival footage together with the stories of people whose lives have been affected by the border.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Guy King
- Original Title
- Border Country: When Ireland Was Divided
- Country of Origin
- Ireland, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Erica Starling Productions, Rogan Productions, BBC Northern Ireland, BBC Four, Northern Ireland Screen
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Guy King
Simon Barker
Rachel Hooper, Emma Loach, James Rogan, Justin Binding
Department Leadership Roster
Simon Barker
Editor
Rachel Hooper
Producer
Guy King
Director
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What is Border Country: When Ireland Was Divided about?
The border between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland has meandered across rural Irish farmlands since its creation in 1922. Throughout this time film crews and journalists have descended upon the border, attempting to understand its absurdities and contradictions – and the turmoil it can cause. At yet another crucial moment in its history, Border Country: When Ireland Was Divided brings almost 100 years of archival footage together with the stories of people whose lives have been affected by the border.
Who directed Border Country: When Ireland Was Divided?
Border Country: When Ireland Was Divided was directed by Guy King.
Who stars in Border Country: When Ireland Was Divided?
The principal cast of Border Country: When Ireland Was Divided includes Ardal O'Hanlon, Fintan O'Toole.
When was Border Country: When Ireland Was Divided released and how long is it?
Border Country: When Ireland Was Divided was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.