Death on the Rock

This documentary examines the events surrounding the shooting of three Provisional Irish Republican Army members in Gibraltar during March 1988. It raises questions about the conduct of the British Special Air Service, known as "Operation Flavius," and highlights claims that the IRA members were shot without warning or while surrendering.

"Death on the Rock" sparked significant controversy upon its release, facing condemnation from the British government and criticism in the media for being sensationalist. The film's impact led to it being the first individual documentary to undergo an independent inquiry, which ultimately largely vindicated its findings. This inquiry reflects the film's importance in the context of media, politics, and public perception during a tumultuous period in British-Irish relations.