The Other Side of Dunkirk (2004)
Powerful myths and misconceptions have shaped our understanding of the moment which changed the course of WW2 - the evacuation at Dunkirk in 1940. But what really happened at Dunkirk and in the crisis before the days of the evacuation? This documentary takes a European look at the crisis and asks new questions from a French and German perspective as well as from a British point of view. Featuring interviews with veterans and historians from all three key protagonists, providing revealing insights into the events of May and June 1940.
Director: Alastair Laurence
Genre: Documentary, History, War
Runtime: 59 min
Release Date: January 1, 2004
Cast
- Tim Pigott-Smith - Narrator
Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Alastair Laurence
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Other Side of Dunkirk about?
- Powerful myths and misconceptions have shaped our understanding of the moment which changed the course of WW2 - the evacuation at Dunkirk in 1940. But what really happened at Dunkirk and in the crisis before the days of the evacuation? This documentary takes a European look at the crisis and asks new questions from a French and German perspective as well as from a British point of view. Featuring interviews with veterans and historians from all three key protagonists, providing revealing insights into the events of May and June 1940.
- Who directed The Other Side of Dunkirk?
- The Other Side of Dunkirk was directed by Alastair Laurence.
- Who stars in The Other Side of Dunkirk?
- The Other Side of Dunkirk stars Tim Pigott-Smith.
- How long is The Other Side of Dunkirk?
- The Other Side of Dunkirk has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).
- What genre is The Other Side of Dunkirk?
- The Other Side of Dunkirk is a Documentary, History, War film.
- Where was The Other Side of Dunkirk produced?
- The Other Side of Dunkirk was produced in United Kingdom.