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Cushla and Michael embark on a forbidden affair in the dangerous world of Belfast 1975.
Cushla, a Catholic schoolteacher living in the dangerous world of Belfast 1975 embarks on an illicit affair with Michael, a married Protestant. As their forbidden love deepens, Cushla is pulled between duty and desire, family and freedom.
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Cushla, a Catholic schoolteacher living in the dangerous world of Belfast 1975 embarks on an illicit affair with Michael, a married Protestant. As their forbidden love deepens, Cushla is pulled between duty and desire, family and freedom.
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(soft music) (bell rings) - Quick news.
Who's first?
- There was a bomb in Belfast.
- Young, non-militant Catholics are being radicalized by police brutality.
- That's brave of them.
- Or reckless.
I hope he doesn't bring trouble.
(bright music) - I think about you all the time.
- Have you thought about the risk to yourself if people find out?
- [Narrator] Tell me about your relationship with Michael Agnew.
(dramatic music) (dramatic music continues) - We cannot let the boys with guns tell us how to live.
- Where have you been all night?
- I will never lie to you again, I promise.
- Forget about getting your heart broken.
You're risking much more.
(building explodes) (dramatic music) - [Cushla] Feels like it's all my fault.
♪ Troublesome heart ♪
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