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1. Cinematic artistry

In the beginning, the way the shots are all put together gives a feeling consistent with the feelings the subjects of the shot give you. I felt as though the way that the images of Conlon being a delinquent were shown helped to give us a better idea of the way that he sees the world and the way he is feeling at those times.

1. How does it reflect the irish identity

I saw many similarities between the Irish identity and Conlon’s, specifically that both are being oppressed or punished without really having done anything wrong. They are both victimized by the British, and even being in jail itself is a good analogy for many aspects of the Irish identity.

1. Symbolism

The jail that the falsely convicted men are housed in is itself a close symbol for Ireland as a whole. The Irish prisoners are treated worse, and the guards are British. Essentially, the prison is a scaled-down version of Ireland: the prisoners draw parallels with the Irish while the guards are more similar to the British.

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1. I think what makes the film so powerful is its vivid depiction of the harsh struggle that these innocent Irishmen had to endure for 15 years. I felt connected to the characters as if I was a civilian during that time watching it all happen. It was quite upsetting to see what they had to go through, and I think that each of the actors and actresses really portrayed their characters well. They were all distinct in their own ways and carried the plot forward.
2. This film reflects the Irish identity and struggle because of the seemingly hopeless trauma that the characters experienced. Even though their situation seemed helpless and the prospect of them being proven innocent/released from prison was very slim, the father was resilient and brave just like the Irishmen and women who protested against the British. I think the film also reflects the many opinions and mindsets: some were brave and steadfast, others ready to give up, and many who wanted no part in it and just wanted to live their lives peacefully.
3. One piece of symbolism I noticed was in the very beginning when Gerry gets caught by the IRA and before his father comes to save him his pants are pulled down and we can see the cheetah print underwear. It's a testament to his wild nature and that he doesn't want to live by the rules like everybody else. It's what sets his character apart for the entirety of the film.

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1.  Cinematic artistry
Gerry's father died in prison as an innocent man.  He fought against the Irish stereotype(s) of a father--he was very responsible and cared about Gerry and his well-being. Also, another thing I caught was that Gerry and Giuseppe were given yellow stripes on their prison uniforms, marking them as the most dangerous prisoners.
2.  Irish Identity
Religion plays an important role in this film. Giuseppe is seen praying many times in prison, and eventually persuades Gerry to stop using the drugs he is getting from other prisoners.
3.  Symbolism
An example of symbolism in the film is the prison itself.  The majority of prisoners are British, with some Irish inmates as well.  The Irish prisoners are treated very poorly, which could possibly allude to the historic treatment of the Irish in general by the British.  The prison is a small-scale version of the Irish-British relationship, with the guards symbolizing army officials (the British), and theIrish inmates symbolizing the general Irish public over the past centuries.

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1. The film is very dramatic and gives a really powerful insight to the Irish struggle during this time. The characters had such strong personalities, and the intense emotion they show throughout the film makes the story significantly more powerful. Without the elevated drama, the Irish struggle wouldn't appear nearly as significant as it actually was.

2. The way the main characters in the film were treated shows the adversity the Irish faced. In court, they were never believed, in prison they were treated horribly, and although they were set free in the end, they never got the justice they deserved. The abuse and blatant disrespect the British showed never seemed to let up.

3. An example of symbolism in the film was when the inmates threw burning paper out the window after Giuseppe died,.This showed how united the Irish were, and how strong their bond was despite their challenges. No matter what, they were determined to keep up both their spirits and their hope.

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1. One thing that made this movie powerful for me was the intense emotion portrayed by Gerry when being taken from his home and the dark lighting and strong aggressive acting that was used to depict this scene.
2. I think the Irish identity is exemplified throughout this film but in  particular you can see that presence of religion as the dad prays with his rosary throughout his time in jail.
3.  An example of symbolism in this film is seen in the opening scene when soft chanting music plays to depict a potential rise in actions then it cuts to the pub being bombed and then strong loud Irish music is played directly after to bring attention from the audience and symbolize a moment of panic.

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1. I think a good cinematic part to this film was the way in which the police act towards the four men, and how quickly they are to subject them to these crimes with no desire to hear their sides. The actors showed what looked like authentic emotion for one another.
2. I think that the film depicts the Irish struggle in an interesting way because it suggests that there is a sort of inequality for them among the British. With little to no authentic evidence linking them to the crime, and a false admission coerced by the police, the film showcases how unfair and wrong the treatment of these people was. The situation also reflects a plight for the Irish because it it suggesting that regardless of their ability to blend in, the British will still find ways to target them for things such as this.
3. I believe that some symbolism of the film is how when the 700 dollars is stolen from the flat, his actions are almost met with immediate consequence as if karma had been waiting. This symbolizes the inability for the Irish people to live the same way that the British did, as they could not make any mistakes, or if they did they would be punished for doing so, something the British did not have happen to them.

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1. Comment on Cinematic Artistry -  Although more than half the film took place in the prison, the film showed a complex array of struggles put on the Irish people. A scene that I thought was the most powerful was when Gerry's father died, and we got to see the emotional attachment that was hinted at earlier in the movie.
2. How did the film reflect the Irish identity, struggle, and plight?
The whole trial and scenes in prison reflected the Irish struggle because we saw how they were scapegoated into being guilty. The Irish identity is expressed throughout the film because we see how religion played a large role.
3. Symbolism that we observed that was embedded.
Long shot but the beads his father prayed too?

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1. The film's artistry is embodied in the conditions that the characters live in. They are constantly under strict routines and they had to go through this struggle for a very long time.
2. This film reflects the Irish Identity, struggle, and resilience through all of the hardships the characters went through and how, through it all, they survive through it and still have hope for a better future. The movie also incorporates Irish stereotypes into its characters, with Gerry being a criminal and Guiseppe being a good story teller.
3. An example of a symbol in In the Name of the Father is when Gerry's father is praying using his rosary beads. The rosary beads are a symbol of his father's hope that he redeems himself and lives a good life.

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1. One aspect of the film that I found very powerful was the the opening music and repetition of "in the name of my father" and "in the name of hope." These lines really came full circle in the film when Gerry was finally released from prison after 15 years and was determined to bring justice to his father's name. This shows that even though his father had died, Gerry is committed to breaking the injustices of the British legal system for his family, for other Irish victims of the system, and for those who died in the bombing.
2. My understanding of the Irish identity was enhanced after watching this film because I was able to understand the hatred between Britain and Ireland, and specifically Gerry's hatred for the British legal system. Also, many Irish stereotypes were revealed in this film as well, such as the emphasis on Gerry as being a thief and criminal. Although these stereotypes existed, Gerry kept fighting, always remembering his innocence and Irish roots even though the British government was incredibly biased against Gerry.
3. I found the tape recorder and reels to be a symbol of Gerry's voice that could not be silenced even though he was in prison. Although he was falsely accused of the Guildford bombing, Gerry uses these tapes as a platform to reveal the truth and support his Free the Four and Guildford Four campaign.

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1. I thought that the most powerful moments were the scenes with just Giuseppe and Gerry in the prison cell. The director likely chose to film in close proximity to Gerry and his father, to demonstrate how they had each other to get through their time in prison. Because we see so many close moments between Gerry and his father in prison, when Giuseppe dies, we really understand Gerry's raw emotions and feelings. Another artistic decision was when Gerry would narrate certain parts. It was like hearing his conscience at times and the frustration he felt through his hardships.

2. The film reflects the Irish identity throughout the entire story, as Gerry and Giuseppe are wrongfully punished by the British. We see a continued clash throughout the whole film between the British and the Irish. In particular when the Guildford four are in court, and the police are telling lies and we see the true anger coming from Gerry and Paul, after they hear the lies. Through hardships, Giuseppe and Gerry have each other. We saw the rugged lifestyle of Gerry, who was a thief and always on the run, living on little to no money.
3. I found that religion was a major symbol throughout the film. When Gerry and his father are in prison and his father is praying it demonstrates how his father turns to religion for hope, while Gerry turns to McAndrew as a more concrete answer. The title of the film, also correlates with not only his relationship with his father but also the greater theme of religion (father being god).

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1. What makes the film powerful? Cinematic artistry.

In the Name of the Father is a powerful film because it tells the story of the Guildford Four from their perspective. Throughout the film, the story according to the Irish is constantly overlooked by the British legal system in favor of police opinion. The film represents an opportunity to explain the origins of the misunderstanding of the bombing while highlighting the discrimination against Irish people both in England and in their own country.

2. How does this film reflect the Irish identity, struggle, and resilience? How does it advance your understanding of the Irish plight?

The film reveals the challenges that Irish citizens face in Northern Ireland. The first scene depicts a riot in Belfast, which was started by Gerry and which gets him in trouble with the IRA. Gerry and his peers have extremely limited opportunities in Northern Ireland, so they decide to travel to England. In England they face further discrimination from those living in the house with them and the police. Although they are forced to confess to the Guildford pub bombings, the four maintain their innocence, which reflects the Irish spirit of resilience. Their commitment to proving the truth results in the ultimate dismissal of the court cases.

3. Comment on symbolism within the film. Is there any embedded symbolism?

When Gerry first met with Mrs. Pierce, he immediately pulled out a cigarette and began smoking in front of her. This action symbolized his lack of respect for the legal system and his distrust of lawyers in general. Also, when Gerry returned home from England before being arrested, his pompous outfit was symbolic of his wildly outgoing and carefree character. The title of the film also references the Catholic faith, which is crucial to the Irish identity.