Taking Sides: Britain and the Civil War (2023) | Movie

Taking Sides: Britain and the Civil War movie

🎬 Title: Taking Sides: Britain and the Civil War

Discover the often surprising, sometimes peculiar, yet frequently lackluster secrets of the Civil War.

Story: In this insightful documentary, Michael Portillo explores British state documents to reveal new perspectives on significant events and influential figures from the Irish Civil War era.

⭐ Rating: 6 (1 vote)

📅 Release date: May 10, 2023

⏱️ Runtime: 50 minutes

🎭 Genres: Documentary, History

🎬 Director: Andrew Gallimore

✍️ Writer: Andrew Gallimore

🏢 Production companies: RTÉ

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👥 Cast: Michael Portillo (Presenter), Gretchen Friemann (Journalist), Heather Jones (Historian), Sinéad McCoole (Historian), Max Hastings (Journalist), Mike Cronin (Historian), Michael Laffan (Emeritus Professor, UCD), Caoimhe Nic Dháibhéid (Historian), Niamh Gallagher (Historian), Fearghal McGarry (Historian)

Editor’s note: A brief overview of Taking Sides: Britain and the Civil War (2023): This documentary stays true to its historical roots without feeling overly familiar. Under the direction of Andrew Gallimore, the film maintains a consistent pace and a clear sense of context. Portillo, Friemann, and Jones deliver sincere and straightforward performances. At 50 minutes, it aligns well with the material presented. While the response has been varied, watch it for its ambiance and tone. The tagline—“Civil War secrets are sometimes startling, occasionally downright bizarre but mostly underwhelming”—accurately encapsulates its essence. If this subject piques your interest, be sure to add it to your watchlist.

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