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Episode 2: The Interrogation

A dramatised memoir of a Special Branch officer operating at the outset of the Northern Ireland Troubles. A key informer is abducted by the IRA.

A dramatised memoir of a Special Branch officer operating at the outset of the Northern Ireland Troubles. James (not his real name) runs a network of informers and sources operating along the border area of South Down and South Armagh during the worst years of violence. For both Handler and Source, it’s a matter of life and death. Some names, dates and details have been changed to protect the living.

Episode 2: The Interrogation

A key informer continues to provide invaluable intelligence and helps James escape a murder attempt in Newry – but the informer isn’t so lucky. When an IRA headcount leads to his abduction and interrogation, the source’s life hangs in the balance.

Cast:

James – Jonathan Harden
Interviewer – Michael Patrick
Source – Marty Maguire
Wife – Megan Armitage
Military Intelligence Officer – Paul Mallon

A ´óÏó´«Ã½ Northern Ireland Production.

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35 minutes

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  • Sat 28 May 2022 12:03

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