3,636 individuals died as a result of the Northern Ireland Troubles, with their stories presented through voiceovers and archival footage in this adaptation.
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3,636 individuals died as a result of the Northern Ireland Troubles, with their stories presented through voiceovers and archival footage in this adaptation.
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Kenneth Branagh, Roma Downey, and Liam Neeson lend their voices to "Lost Lives," a documentary that recounts the stories of 3,636 individuals who died during the Northern Ireland Troubles from 1966 to 1999. Premiering at the 2019 London Film Festival, the film juxtaposes graphic footage of the conflict with the serene beauty of Northern Ireland's landscapes. It draws from the 1999 book by Brian Feeney and others, presenting a stark portrayal of the human cost of political violence through personal narratives and historical context.
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Why Watch
- See graphic footage of The Troubles in Northern Ireland
- Meet the voices of Kenneth Branagh and Liam Neeson
- Find out about 3,636 lives lost during The Troubles
Did You Know
- The book details the lives of 3,636 people who died during The Troubles.
- The authors spent seven years researching before publishing the book in 1999.
- The film features voiceovers from actors like Kenneth Branagh and Liam Neeson.
- The book was published by Mainstream Publishing and was out of print by December 2020.
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Who are the authors of the book Lost Lives?
The authors of Lost Lives are Brian Feeney, Seamus Kelters, David McKittrick, David McVea, and Chris Thornton.
How many people are detailed in the book Lost Lives?
The book details the lives of 3,636 people who died as a result of The Troubles from 1966 to 1999.
When was the film adaptation of Lost Lives released?
The film adaptation of Lost Lives premiered at the 2019 London Film Festival and was broadcast on BBC One in February 2020.
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