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This 3 page essay discusses the ideology and beliefs portrayed in The Boxer (1997, written and directed by Jim Sheridan). Bibliography lists 1 source.
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listed below. Citation styles constantly change, and these examples may not contain the most recent updates. The Boxer (1997) Research Compiled for
, Enterprises Inc. By - November, 2011 properly! The Boxer (1997, written and directed by Jim
Sheridan) is based on the true story of Barry McGuigan, Irish featherweight champion. In Sheridans film, the protagonists name is Danny Flynn (Daniel Day-Lewis). As the title of the film
indicates, boxing is featured in the film, but the main thrust of the narrative concerns the ongoing violence that characterized the relations between the Irish Republican Army (IRA) and British
authorities in Northern Ireland. The ideology portrayed in the narrative is explicit in its support for promoting peace between Protestants and Catholics, as Danny actively works to bring these
two opposing sides together using their shared common interest in boxing. Furthermore, Danny is shown boxing with a Scot at a location that is on the Protestant side of Belfast.
As this indicates, the way in which the films ideology is expressed occurs primarily through actions, although dialogue also supports the films thematic thrust, which supports the importance of seeking
peaceful coexistence between the warring factions. Another example of how ideology is expressed in action is when Danny throws a bag of explosives that he found hidden in his gym
into the river, which alienates one of IRA leader Joe Hamills lieutenants, Harry. Hamill negotiates a cease-fire with the British and is working on a peaceful settlement, which includes
the proviso that the British will release all Irish political prisoners; however, Harry wants to keep up the bombing attacks (Edgington, Erskine and Welsh, 2011). As Danny is boxing with
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