In 1984, a team led by producer Kenith Trodd was established to respond to Channel Four's pioneering approach to producing films for both TV and theatrical release. This led to a shift away from traditional studio-made plays and the introduction of a new anthology series, "Screen One" and "Screen Two", with Trodd overseeing the initial titles in 1985.

A team of elite British paratroopers venture into Ireland's turbulent region,...