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The Irish Civil War
2022·Show
The Irish Civil War fingerprint
Immersive world, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Spectacle6
- Violence5
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Catharsis5
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
History, politics, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure8
Style
Standout editing and sound design
- Editing8
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving
Emotionally, it's moving.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
HighHistory, politics, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, politics, and war. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction, performances, and storytelling stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational9Informative and instructive.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout editing and sound design
Look and sound: the editing and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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The 3-part documentary series The Irish Civil War tells the epic and often challenging story of the origins, conflict and legacy of the civil war that took place in Ireland in 1922 and 1923.
Narrated by Brendan Gleeson, produced in partnership with University College Cork by RTÉ Cork as part of the Decade of Centenary commemorations and based on UCC’s “mammoth and magnificent” Atlas of the Irish Revolution, this documentary series features extensive archive film footage, photographs and materials, interviews with leading academics, archive interviews with contemporary participants and witnesses, firsthand witness accounts read by actors, detailed and dynamic graphic maps based on those featured in the Atlas of the Irish Revolution, and stunning cinematography of the very locations where events took place.
Historical DocumentaryIrish HistoryCivil WarPolitical ConflictEducational & InformativeArchival FootageNarrative & AnalysisSerious & ReflectiveAcademic Perspective
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Is The Irish Civil War worth watching?
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GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Irish Civil War rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does The Irish Civil War have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 3 episodes of about 52 minutes each.
When did The Irish Civil War air?
S1
It ran from 2022 to 2022 and has ended.
What language is The Irish Civil War in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Ireland.