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  1. Feb 21, 2022 · The true story behind Belfast's opening scene is the August 1969 riots. The riots began on August 12 in Derry, as protesters campaigning for greater rights for Irish-Catholics clashed with Protestant groups and the largely Protestant police force.

  2. Nov 12, 2021 · Despite the film being largely inspired by his life, Belfast is not a straight biopic and Branagh said the reason for this was so the story had a more universal appeal.

  3. Sep 29, 2021 · Here’s a look at the true story that inspired Belfast and what Branagh and his family have said about making the film: The Troubles in Northern Ireland

  4. Nov 12, 2021 · Belfast is a charming story set during the Troubles—but it comes from a pretty limited perspective and shouldn’t be the definitive history of the era by a long shot. Here's the true story that...

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  5. Feb 20, 2024 · While the film isn’t a direct snapshot of Branagh’s life as a child, the characters were based on his family – including his parents, who are portrayed by Caitríona Balfe and Jamie Dornan, as...

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  6. ‘Belfast’ is partially based on a true story. The film is a fictitious account based on the personal experiences of director Kenneth Branagh, who was born and brought up in Belfast, Northern Ireland before moving to Berkshire, England, in 1969.

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  8. Nov 12, 2021 · Speaking to Stephen Colbert, Branagh explained the personal story behind the movie. "I was born in Belfast and I lived there until I was nine," he began.

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