Ascendancy is a 1983 British film. It tells the story of a woman who is a member of the British landowning 'Ascendancy' in Ireland during World War I. Gradually, she learns about the Irish independence movement, and becomes involved with it.
Acting
Julie Covington's brittle, fascinating descent into uncomfortable awareness.
Direction
Bennett's clinical eye makes privilege feel viscerally claustrophobic.
Director
Edward Bennett
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