Ascendancy

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.

• Director: Edward Bennett
• Cast: Julie Covington, Ian Charleson, John Phillips, Susan Engel, Philip Locke, Kieran Montague, Rynagh O'Grady, Philomena McDonagh