TV Highlights for Saturday
Drama Based on a Tragic True Story
Written and directed by Ciaran Creagh and filmed in Boyle, County Roscommon, this drama tells the story of a day in the life of a 15-year-old girl from a small Irish town. Although fictional, it is closely inspired by the life and death of Ann Lovett, who died on January 31, 1984, hours after giving birth to her stillborn son near a church in Granard, County Longford. The film stars Zara Devlin in the lead role.
Girlbands Forever, BBC Two, 9:00 PM
The final episode of this engaging series focuses on talent show winners Little Mix and their battle with social media pressures. It also covers changes within the Sugababes lineup and the return of some familiar faces. The girl power theme continues on BBC Two throughout the evening with:
- The Spice Girls at the BBC at 10:00 PM
- Sugababes at Glastonbury 2024
- Top of the Pops: Eternal Special
- Ronnie Spector at the BBC
T2 Trainspotting, Channel 4, 11:30 PM
Twenty years after the original iconic British film, director Danny Boyle reunites the original cast for this entertaining sequel released in 2017, which received mixed reviews but remains notable for its nostalgic appeal.
Written and directed by Ciaran Creagh and shot in Boyle, County Roscommon, this film is the story of one day in the life of a 15-year old girl in a small town in Ireland.
Some hours after giving birth to her stillborn son in an area close to a church in her home town of Granard in County Longford.
Author’s summary: Saturday's highlights include a poignant Irish drama, a celebration of girlbands navigating fame, and Danny Boyle’s sequel to a cult classic, blending drama and music entertainment.