This documentary series and feature presents the story of the Irish Famine. The Hunger may not be an easy watch for some, but it’s a very important one. The famine wasn’t just about a food shortage, but the various social, economic and political factors at play also. One challenge we faced in making this series was the selection of archive. RTÉ is not responsible for the content of external internet sites. The Hunger: The Story of the Irish Famine, a documentary on one of the most catastrophic parts of Ireland's history, aired its first episode on RTÉ last week. We were the immigrants who need help then and thankfully people were there to help us. Because of this thankfully there are some wonderful images and sketches of famine Ireland from the time, but there is not much else. The RTÉ documentary on the Great Hunger provided a sweeping evaluation of the profound changes that the catastrophic event visited on Irish society. If it weren't for America, Canada, England and Australia accepting Irish immigrants during the famine, those 2 million people who escaped the island may have all perished here instead. Joined Nov 30, 2020 Messages 267. So, the net was cast far and wide to find all the archive used in the programmes, from public libraries to private collectors and everything in between. `The Hunger: The Story of the Irish Famine', which begins tonight (MON), will provide a … Lee, Breandán MacSuibhne, Mary C. Kelly, John Crowley, Mike Murphy, Willie J. Smith, Cast: Marty Rea, Nick Dunning, Olga Wehrly, Ciara, Elizabeth Smyth, Tim Creed, Stephen Warnock, Written, Directed and Produced by: Ruán Magan. A fascinating two-part documentary, The Hunger, aired on RTÉ in recent weeks to mark the 175th anniversary of the Great Irish Famine. RTE is to mark 175 years since the Irish famine with a new two-part series. 500,000 evictions force millions onto the roads – slums build up in cities, workhouses become overcrowded and fetid, millions emigrate. The first part of The Hunger: The Story of the Irish Famine, narrated by Liam Neeson, airs on RTE 1 on November 30 at 9.35. Lisa Burke, assistant editor of The Hunger, explains how working on it opened her eyes to the horrors of the past. The two-part series, The Hunger: The Story of the Irish Famine will provide a comprehensive guide to one most defining events in Irish history. An RTÉ and ARTE Co-Production in association with University College Cork. Photographs were very limited – photography really only became more popular as the decades went on and video at that time was non-existent. The Hunger: The Story of the Irish Famine is produced by Patricia Carroll, Tyrone Productions Ltd, written and directed by Ruán Magan, and is an RTÉ Cork and ARTE co-production in association with UCC. Dec 28, 2020 #1 Does anyone know if RTÉ maintains archives of its radio programs from the 80s? The Great Hunger comes about at a time of change, the birth of mass media with illustrated journalism and the implementation of the printing press, these factors lead to the distribution of Irish famine images globally. Passing est un film réalisé par Rebecca Hall avec Tessa Thompson, Ruth Negga. Living in 21st Century Ireland it is often easy to forget the past struggles that the Irish have come from. Even so the British government decides that all further famine relief for the Irish must be paid for from rates raised in Ireland on Irish landlords. 74 Days: The Hunger Strike of Terence MacSwiney, directed by Ciara Hyland of ForeFront Productions for RTÉ, airs on RTÉ One, Wednesday October 21 at 9.30pm. If nothing else hopefully it highlights, as one of our contributors Christine Kinealy said, 'The Famine didn’t need to happen then, and it doesn’t need to happen now’. The programme information published on this site is for promotional purposes only. We gathered an amazing collection of pieces in the end; some awe inspiring and some heart-breaking, all of which really helped to bring the documentary to life in the end. RTÉ radio archives from the 1980s. Image Name: The Poor Man's Death' c1850s. In America, the Diaspora works hard to climb the economic ladder and in Ireland, a new generation is determined to achieve self-determination and to revive a dying culture. The new documentary is narrated by Liam Neeson, and cleverly combines illustrations of the country at the time with modern-day images of Ireland, along with quotes from people affected by the catastrophe and analysis from … Body of pauper lies a … Archive enthusiast and assistant editor of The Hunger. The Hunger may not be an easy watch for some, but it’s a very important one. If you require a user name and password for full access to the RTÉ Press Center please send us a Registration Request here. RTÉ One, 9.30pm. Meáin Náisiúnta Seirbhíse Poiblí na hÉireann, A major new documentary tells the story of the Famine and its consequences. ultime volet de la saga hunger games (mais bien suuuurrrrr!!!) There is no shortage, no foraging, no challenge. Related Videos. An entire class, the poorest, has been wiped out by death and emigration. Le District Treize, à bout de souffle tout comme le Capitole, a accepté de se faire bombarder par ce dernier tandis que ses citoyens se réfugiaient sous terre, à condition que le Capitole le laisse tranquille. Meáin Náisiúnta Seirbhíse Poiblí na hÉireann. This situation couldn’t be any further removed from the lives of our Irish ancestors. This pushed people to the brink and what they were forced to do and eat to survive really is hard to imagine. We may learn about the famine in school, but that is nothing compared to education I got while working on this documentary. For years I have been like a voice crying in the wilderness warning that Sinn Féin's myth of a justified armed struggle in Northern Ireland was corrupting our youth. Nicky and Jenny tried their hands at some Krav Maga today. © RTÉ 2021. In the 1840s, a catastrophic famine brought about the decimation of Ireland’s poor and the exodus of millions from the island. It is the first major documentary by RTÉ exclusively about the Famine and it tells the story of how Irish . When landlords either cannot or will not pay, many evict their struggling tenants. 11/12/20. In late 1847, the famine is at its height in Ireland. “Through raising public interest in important topics, UCC seeks to make learning both accessible and engaging. RTÉ.ie is the website of Raidió Teilifís Éireann, Ireland's National Public Service Media. Last night, RTÉ aired the first part of the eagerly anticipated documentary, titled 'The Hunger: The Story of the Irish Famine', and it left viewers hugely impressed. If we can learn from our history, we can make sure to never venture down that path again. Many valuable insights were given into this enormous tragedy, but examination of the political response to events was wanting: there was virtually no mention of the Irish political reaction at the time. RTÉ has announced the launch of a landmark new series to mark the 175th anniversary since the start of the Great Irish Famine. When it’s all done, one million people have died across Ireland. The Hunger: The Story of the Irish Famine | Stream part one and two on # RTÉPlayer. Le Capitole a pu faire croire aux autres districts qu'il avait vaincu le District Treize et l'avait rayé de la carte, celui-ci étant le district le plus important dans la cause … Please contact relevant press officers. THE HUNGER: THE STORY OF THE IRISH FAMINE. Our population was decimated, and Irish culture and song and literature ceased to exist. Watch all your favourite TV shows Live or On Demand on your PC, smartphone or tablet for free. The death by hunger strike, 100 years ago, of Terence MacSwiney, is regarded as one of the most important events in the history of the Irish revolutionary period. THE HUNGER: THE STORY OF THE IRISH FAMIN... Week 50 - 05/12/20 to If this had not been the case, we could potentially live in a very different version of the world now. Behind the scenes of the Liam Neeson narrated coumentary The Hunger. The new documentary, voiced by Hollywood star Liam Neeson, … Breach est un film réalisé par John Suits avec Bruce Willis, Cody Kearsley. Katniss Everdeen, jeune fille de 16 ans, vit dans le district 12 d'un état nommé Panem, qui était précédemment l'Amérique du Nord. The information is correct at the time of publication, but may be subject to change. In late 1847, the famine was at its height and a million people had died, while those who fled to America work hard to rebuild their lives. One of the most shocking things I learned working on this project, was the amount of food that was actually in Ireland during the famine, but it was not made available to those who were starving and in need. We take for granted the lives of yesteryear when we're surrounded by gluttony and commercialism on a daily basis. I personally think the most important take away from the series has to be the vital role that emigration played within Ireland. #SecretBridesmaidsBusiness | Full box set streaming now. 1:01. Interview opportunities and further information are available for programmes highlighted in the release section. This major, ground-breaking documentary, narrated by Liam Neeson, explores the famine’s international origins and development in Europe, Britain and Ireland and charts its long-term legacy as it plays out for much of the century that follows. RTÉ is not responsible for the content of external internet sites. The documentary was directed by Ciara Hyland of ForeFront Productions for RTÉ and funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland with the Television Licence fee. Last modified: Wednesday 25th November, 12.16pm. Soixante-quatorze ans avant le début des romans, les districts se sont révoltés contre le Capitole. people turned to putrid pigs, dogs, and donkeys during "Black 1847" - the worst year of the Great Hunger. For more go to http://www.facebook.com/republicoftellyhttps://twitter.com/republicoftellyand RTÉ Player http://www.rte.ie/player/ 'The Hunger' follows on from the highly successful UCC/RTÉ documentary ‘The Irish Revolution’ broadcast in 2019. If you tickle Nicky he’ll give you whatever you like… 74 Days: The Hunger Strike of Terence MacSwiney will be shown on RTÉ One tomorrow, Wednesday 21 October, at 9.30pm. Hunger Games (The Hunger Games) est le premier tome de la trilogie homonyme de Suzanne Collins, paru en 2008. © RTÉ 2021. I live comfortably knowing I can leave my house any day of the week and within 5 minutes’ walk I have 3 supermarkets full of ample fresh food sold at an affordable price to choose from. LAST NIGHT, a new two-part documentary series about Ireland's Great Hunger aired its final episode to hugely positive reviews. The Great Hunger was really a multifaceted disaster that could have been avoided under different circumstances. A million people have died and of those who got to America, the diaspora work hard to rebuild their lives. Les deux clans ont été très affaiblis par la guerre. Les habitants des 12 districts de Panem vivent sous la coupe du Capitole, un puissant gouvernement autoritaire dirigé par le président Snow, qui a dans le passé réprimé une insurrection ayant dégénéré en guerre civile en détruisant le district 13. Soundtrack performed by: National Concert Orchestra, with Roísín Chambers and Colm Mac An Iomaire, Contributors include: Niamh Gallagher, Cormac Ó Gráda, Christine Kinealy,  JJ. "The Hunger" has now aired on RTÉ in Ireland in its two parts, the first which aired on November 30 chronicled 1845-1847, while the second, while aired on … Jean Pierre Alexandre Antigna (1817-1878) French Realist painter. We thought it’d be a deadly idea to let them beat each other up But it turns out there was no need. RTE viewers praised The Hunger: The Story if the Irish Famine as a "powerful watch". Thread starter BladeSprinter; Start date Dec 28, 2020; B. BladeSprinter Active member. À la suite de cette guerre, le Capitole a décidé d'organiser chaque année un jeu télévisé, les Hunger Games, pour contrôler le peuple … RTÉ News Aujourd’hui, à 03:56 This coming week marks the 100th anniversary of the death of Cork's Lord Mayor, Terence MacSwiney, after 74 days on hunger strike. Archive plays an integral role in bringing any story to life, it authenticates the narrative and creates empathy with the viewers who can then put a face to a name, so to say. 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