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The Essay British War Films of the 50s Episodes

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  1. Dunkirk

    Simon Heffer on one of the last and best-loved films of the post WWII era: Dunkirk.

  2. Carve Her Name with Pride

    Writer Simon Heffer celebrates the 1958 film Carve Her Name with Pride.

  3. The Dam Busters

    Simon Heffer discusses the depiction of British heroism in the film The Dam Busters.

  4. The Colditz Story

    Simon Heffer discusses the film The Colditz Story, which celebrated British resilience.

  5. The Cruel Sea

    Simon Heffer on the film The Cruel Sea, about the price of victory in World War Two.