The Ban
Released 2 years ago in 2024. The Ban is a documentary film. directed by Roisin Agnew. At just 27 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gerry Adams
Synopsis
In 1988, following a wave of IRA atrocities, the British Government introduced a Broadcasting Ban, silencing Sinn Féin and other loyalist and republican paramilitary groups by forbidding broadcasters to allow anyone affiliated with these bodies to speak on television or radio. Bizarrely, however, a legal loophole allowed broadcasters to circumvent the ban by simply employing actors to re-voice the original sequences. Using unseen archive footage and present-day interviews with key figures such as Gerry Adams and Stephen Rea, The Ban reflects on the British government’s use of the threat of ‘terrorism’ to justify censorship, drawing inevitable comparisons with the present.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 15, 2024
1 year ago
Runtime
0h 27m
27 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Ireland
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Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ban about?
In 1988, following a wave of IRA atrocities, the British Government introduced a Broadcasting Ban, silencing Sinn Féin and other loyalist and republican paramilitary groups by forbidding broadcast...
Who directed The Ban?
The Ban was directed by Roisin Agnew.
How long is The Ban?
The Ban has a runtime of 0 hours and 27 minutes (27 minutes total).
When was The Ban released?
The Ban was released on August 15, 2024 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Ban?
The main cast of The Ban includes Gerry Adams.