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The Troubles Are Too Big for ‘Say Nothing’ to Contain

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A new Irish drama struggles to capture the complexity of the Troubles, leaving both its characters and the audience grappling with moral ambiguity.
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  • Based on the bestselling novel 'Say Nothing,' the show delves into the moral grey areas of the Northern Ireland conflict, with one character admitting 'I don't even know what I think about' their actions.
  • The showrunners aimed to avoid simplistic portrayals, but some critics argue the series doesn't fully succeed in conveying the nuances of this turbulent period, leaving viewers with more questions than answers.
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