22. Derry Girls
Derry Girls is a teen sitcom that focuses on the lives of a group of girls attending high school in Northern Ireland. While this show is a funny and lighthearted look at the highs and lows of life as a teenage girl, it also examines the ways in which Northern Irish politics and conflict affected the youth of Northern Ireland in the 90s. The show frequently uses real insert footage of politicians and news stories from that era, and also incorporates Irish music like the Cranberries.
In a way, Northern Ireland becomes a character throughout this series, as it takes on a life of its own. This show does a beautiful job of juxtaposing the innocence of youth with the horrors of political conflict, as the two are often shown alongside one another. Funny and sometimes morose, Derry Girls is a great watch for those interested in Northern Ireland, or for those who want to watch a sitcom that will remind them of the complexities of being a teenager.
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