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Hidden Agenda

Ken Loach / GB, 1990 / 107 min.

The murder of an American civil rights activist by the police in Northern Ireland uncovers a political conspiracy in this powerful Ken Loach thriller. Winner of the Grand Jury prize in Cannes and featuring Frances McDormand as one of the leads.

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Ken Loach’s chillingly explosive Hidden Agenda combines his political commitment and the thriller genre. When American civil rights activist (Brad Dourif) is murdered in Northern Ireland, the investigation into his death uncovers a conspiracy that leads to government ministers. Loach managed to cast famous actors including Frances McDormand and Brian Cox.

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Scenes from this movie may cause fearThis movie contains scenes of violencePersons under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult

Director

Ken Loach

Production year

1990

Country

GB

Original title

Hidden Agenda

Length

107 min.

Language

English

Subtitles

NLD

Format

35mm

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