Stolen
"There are dark secrets buried underneath this waterlogged surface"
Released 3 years ago in 2023. Stolen is a documentary film. directed by Margo Harkin.
Synopsis
Government inquiry revealed a pattern of neglect, high child mortality rates and lack of burial records among mother and baby homes once run by Ireland's religious orders. Mothers recount the shame and secrecy attached to pregnancy outside marriage and their long struggle to be reunited with the children that many claim were illegally adopted, while adoptees reveal how they were thwarted from accessing birth records.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 3, 2023
2 years ago
Runtime
1h 47m
107 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Ireland
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Besom Productions
- Wildfire Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stolen about?
Government inquiry revealed a pattern of neglect, high child mortality rates and lack of burial records among mother and baby homes once run by Ireland's religious orders. Mothers recount the shame...
Who directed Stolen?
Stolen was directed by Margo Harkin.
How long is Stolen?
Stolen has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
When was Stolen released?
Stolen was released on November 3, 2023 in theaters.