Irish News - British Stories

Synopsis

Deals with the terms in which the conflict in Northern Ireland is understood in Britain. Looks at certain themes running through media portrayal of the Irish in general and the Republican cause in particular. Uses video techniques to reframe and bracket material, the tape quotes from television drama and current affairs, newspapers and cartoons.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 50 min.

Year of production

1984

Availability

OUT OF DISTRIBUTION

Uses

Undergraduate media studies; courses in politics and government.*

Subjects

Media studies; Politics & government

Keywords

mass media reporting; Northern Ireland

Production Company

Name

Faction Films

Phone

020 7586 5526

Fax

020 7586 4866

Address

28-29 Great Sutton Street
London
EC1V 0DU

Distributor

Name

Metro Tartan Distribution

Phone

020 7494 1400

Fax

020 7439 1922

Address

3rd Floor, Atlantic House
5 Wardour Street
London W1V 3HE

Notes

Formerly: The Other Cinema