Director Kenneth Branagh On 'Belfast'
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[REBROADCAST FROM December 9, 2021] When actor, writer and director Kenneth Branagh was only 9 years old, his community in Belfast erupted in violence. Now, over 50 years later, Branagh has brought this story of his childhood to life in his new film "Belfast," which follows a young boy named Buddy as his family struggles to decide whether to stay in Northern Ireland. The film received nominations for Best Picture, Best Original Screenplay, Best Supporting Actress, Best Sound, Best Director and Best Supporting Actor. Branagh joins us to discuss the film, which he wrote and directed.