UNCENSORED ACCESS: Patriot Games
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Ashleigh, there’s a really moving layer here that you may not have realized: *Patriot Games* includes Clannad’s “Theme from Harry’s Game,” (hes watching the music video on TV in Ireland while waiting alone for the guys to show up to kill them at the start of thee film) and Clannad’s lead singer, Moya Brennan, just recently passed away. She was one of the most important voices in modern Irish music — often called the “First Lady of Celtic Music” — and her sound helped bring Irish-language music to a global audience. She was also part of that remarkable Brennan musical family, including her sister Enya. So, in a way, even though this was chosen because of Harrison Ford, you also accidentally watched a film that carries a small but powerful tribute to Moya Brennan’s legacy. That haunting Clannad sound is not just atmosphere — it’s a major piece of Irish musical history woven right into the film.
Stoked!
Sean Bean also played Boromir in The Lord of the Rings movies. And also, the IRA leader, Paddy O'Neil (though you probably wouldn't have been able to recognize him out of costume) was the original Dumbledore.
And I, too am disappointed in the fact that she didn't recognize Thora Birch.
I'm a little bit surprised you didn't recognize Thora Birch (the daughter) who played Max's sister in Hocus Pocus. This came out 1 year before that movie. I haven't watched this in a LONG time. It was so good! Some info on the IRA for you: Origins (1919–1921): Formed to fight for independence from Britain, the original IRA engaged in a guerilla war. The Troubles (1969–1997): The Provisional IRA became the most active paramilitary group, aiming to force British withdrawal. Peace Process: The 1998 "Good Friday Agreement" led to the IRA ending its campaign, with the PIRA officially dumping arms in 2005 The original Provisional IRA is largely dormant. Dissident Groups: Groups such as the "New IRA" continue to pose a threat, with reports of attacks, including a car bomb explosion near a police station in Dunmurry, Northern Ireland, in April 2026.
Nerrrrddddd!! 😁
What Lies Beneath!
God help whoever has Ashleigh on their jury! LMAO.