44. Henry V, Charge of the Light Brigade, Water Diviner

In 2015, we have marked 200 years since the battle of Waterloo, On the 25th of October we mark 600 years since the battle of Agin court, sharing the same date as that battle is the Cahrge of the Light Brigade during the crimean war, and we also mark 100 years since the battle of Gallipoli. Welcome to the Battle marking special of They don’t make ‘em like they used to. Film's discussed - Henry V (1944), Charge of the Light Brigade, Charlie Chaplin, The Water DivinerIn this episode of They Don’t Make Them Like They Used To, the "celluloid archaeologists" at Sunshine Radio on the Isle of Wight commemorate a year of significant battle anniversaries by exploring historical epics and modern war dramas.The Bone-Fide Classic: A look at Laurence Olivier’s 1944 version of Shakespeare's Henry V. Produced during the height of WWII, this film served as a major propaganda effort to rally British troops before the push into Europe.The 600th Anniversary: The hosts discuss the Battle of Agincourt, providing a historical breakdown of King Henry V’s 1415 victory over the French, a battle famously won against overwhelming odds and immortalized by Shakespeare.The Hidden Gem: Shaun takes us into the Crimean War with a deep dive into the 1968 film The Charge of the Light Brigade. The discussion highlights the film’s unique animated titles and its stark portrayal of the military incompetence that led to a tragic slaughter.The Modern Throwback: An exploration of Russell Crowe’s 2014 directorial debut, The Water Diviner. Set in the aftermath of the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Gallipoli, the hosts reflect on this moving "passion play" about an Australian father searching for his missing sons in Turkey.A Special Dedication: The episode features a heartfelt musical request for Gladys Hooper, Britain’s oldest person at the time (112), who was recovering from an operation at St. Mary’s Hospital.⚠️ NOTE: Due to licensing restrictions, the music tracks featured in this broadcast have been edited out.Join Tosin, Shaun, and Sharon for a thoughtful and witty journey through the history of cinematic warfare! 🌟🍿#SunshineRadio #FilmHistory #HenryV #Agincourt #TheWaterDiviner #LightBrigadeInside This Episode: