Question 1

How does 'The Image You Missed' use archival footage of the Northern Ireland conflict?

Accepted Answer

It draws on over 30 years of unique and never-seen-before footage from documentarian Arthur MacCaig's archive to weave a history of the Northern Irish 'Troubles' with a son's search for his father.

Question 2

Which international film festivals featured 'The Image You Missed' in 2018?

Accepted Answer

It was featured at the Buenos Aires International Festival of Independent Cinema, CPH:DOX, Edinburgh International Film Festival, IndieLisboa, São Paulo International Film Festival, and International Film Festival Rotterdam.

Question 3

Who appears as himself in the film, and what is his role?

Accepted Answer

Gerry Adams appears as himself, playing the character Self.

Question 4

What is the runtime and release date of 'The Image You Missed'?

Accepted Answer

The film has a runtime of 74 minutes and was released on May 31, 2019.

Question 5

What themes does the film explore through the relationship between the filmmaker and his father?

Accepted Answer

It explores contrasting experiences of Irish nationalism, the role of images in social struggle, and the competing claims of personal and political responsibility.

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