In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America

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In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America (2017)

Directed by Maurice Fitzpatrick

Documentary · 1h 30m

John Hume saw that by harnessing the political influence of the Irish American diaspora in Washington, it was possible to overcome the legacy of conflict and achieve peace. Exploring the decades-long campaign by the Nobel Prize winner, filmmaker Maurice Fitzpatrick reveals how Hume - inspired by Martin Luther King - became the moral architect for peace in Northern Ireland. In the Name of Peace: John Hume in America is a compelling feature documentary, narrated by Liam Neeson, with dramatic footage and stirring interviews with Presidents Clinton and Carter, US senators and congressmen, and Irish and British leaders. Reminding us of the redemptive powers of politics to overcome division. It is a timely story that profiles creative leadership, international cooperation and the U.S. contribution to peace and stability on the island of Ireland.

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Cast

Bono Self Jimmy Carter Self Tony Blair Self Bill Clinton Self Liam Neeson Narrator
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Bertie Ahern Self John Major Self
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John Hume Self

Crew

Director
Maurice Fitzpatrick

Details

Release date
2017-09-24
Runtime
1h 30m
Genres
Documentary
Original language
EN
Spoken languages
English
Countries
Ireland