marina Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Oh, blast! I was hoping that was BBC SCotland's turn to broadcast - this COULD mean we're not getting EITHER part up here! I've emailed them to find out what's going to happen about us up north. Marina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnreed Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Marina I am recording both episodes, I could burn you a DVD with both episodes on. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Furnell Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Evening ladies and gentlemen. Currently drinking loads of coffee,and planning dinner for the time that it starts. I reckon it is a good bet that this will be re-shown on either The History Channel,or BBC3/4,UK History Gold,plus one,watch it anytime you like,by pressing the red button,or Discovery. An important document for the future,thats for sure. Off for the Pro-Plus,and Red Bull,but just in case it doesn't keep me awake,has anybody got a DVD recorder?. All the best. Simon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marina Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Marina I am recording both episodes, I could burn you a DVD with both episodes on. John <{POST_SNAPBACK}> What a star! Thank you, thank you! I;ll emailp you my addie. Oh, who loves ya, baby! Marina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boreenatra Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Brilliant, What great stoicism and humour. A fitting tribute. Regards Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desmond7 Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Aside from steel helmets at Loos .. c'mon Re-enecator typres get out of that one .... Last Tommy - deeply moving. And funny, Don' dare suggest it wasn't .. those 'oul boys' knew the value of laughter. Top marks BBC .. up there with the 'Dunkirk' progs. Licence fee spent well for a change. Des Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Poilu Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 After having watched the programme all I can say is what an amazing collection of remarkable gentlemen. A well made programme, as always these days a bit too much 're-enacting' when more footage of the old boys would have been welcome but good stuff regardless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Denham Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Did you see fellow Pal, Cynthia (Mills), kissing Arthur Halestrap? The episode was much talked about on the Forum and now we have all seen it for real. Good programme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaymen Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Totally agree Des Very very moving. And Harry Patch - Television Star Glyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveuk6 Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Last Tommy - deeply moving. And funny, Don' dare suggest it wasn't .. those 'oul boys' knew the value of laughter so true what a great programe very moving Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eviltaxman Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Des, Too right mate! I've loved their humour. I set my video to tape it, but the tape chewed up after 3 minutes, so I'll have to wait for a re-run on BBC3 or 4. Roll on next week - Kleenex at the ready! Les. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisharley9 Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Words can't adequately describe my feelings about this programme....wonderful, but heartbreaking are about all I can manage. I wonder what the viewing figures will be? All The Best Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stiletto_33853 Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Good programme, poignant and moving. Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Kendall Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Words can't adequately describe my feelings about this programme....wonderful, but heartbreaking are about all I can manage. Couldn't agree more you found the words that failed me! Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stebie9173 Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Harry Patch's description of his shrapnel wounded comrade "passing beyond". The pain of his retelling of the moment sums up why none of the survivors spoke much of their experiences. Lump in the throat time... Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen White Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Last Tommy - deeply moving. And funny, Don' dare suggest it wasn't .. those 'oul boys' knew the value of laughter. Des <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Spot on Des. I am not afraid to admit that a few tears were shed in our house (by me) tonight. Stephen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Kendall Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Spot on Des. I am not afraid to admit that a few tears were shed in our house (by me) tonight. Stephen <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Just a few you should have been in this house! Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Broomfield Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Agree with all so far, but (carp, carp) agree with Gilles - why do the programme makers think we're so thick that we need a re-enactment of someone climbing over a wall to add verisimilitude? More reality, less pretend, please. But what men! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john w. Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Now I know why I research my local war memorials.... Raising a glass to them all... Even my son was engrossed and that's saying something Just wish the haunting violin music hadnt been used on Schindler's list before... John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john w. Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Agree with all so far, but (carp, carp) agree with Gilles - why do the programme makers think we're so thick that we need a re-enactment of someone climbing over a wall to add verisimilitude? More reality, less pretend, please. For once that didnt jump out and grab me, it fitted in well John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Smith Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 A group of simply fantastic men. they had respect and humour I couldn't help but admire their courage at telling stories they may have tried to forget. I look forward to part two on 15th Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susanhemmings Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 Wonderful troopers. They are just so brave to be able to talk about it; it must be so painful especially as they are probably trying to forget the horrors...... Poor Harry with the flashing cupboard light. And Arthur - dapper as ever (I did notice the kiss too). Sad for the Scottish chap who had the door shut in his face. And the one that went to Australia - he puts MY exercise regime to shame. Wonderful programme - but would have liked to hear even more from the "Tommies".(and a little less of the re-enactment) although the "actual" film was interesting. Top programme non the less. Unmissable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisharley9 Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 I have just realised I was at the Menin Gate on 11 Nov 2003 when Arthur Halestrop was filmed there - all the more poignant for me. All the Best Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianw Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 A great tribute to the guys and , yes, the dramatisations were a bit wooden but what the hell. Indeed Terry, when Cynthia hove into view kissing Arthur, I must confess I whooped a bit - I must claim some credit for encouraging Cynthia to get over being star-struck and push herself to the front to see Arthur at Talbot House. I have emailed her and she will see the programme at Christmas when she comes over. Will she ever be a swell head now ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john w. Posted 8 November , 2005 Share Posted 8 November , 2005 The trauma was still there even after all these years. I wanted to die peacefully but you raked it all up said Mr Anderson... John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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