Fighting On Film - The War Movie Podcast!
215 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsFighting On Film - The War Movie Podcast. Join your hosts film lovers and military historians Robbie McGuire and Matthew Moss as they uncover forgotten gems and diamonds in the rough! Featuring special guests from the film industry and fellow historians. FoF dives deep into the genre we love so much.
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Above Us The Waves (1955)
July 04, 2024 18:16 - 59 minutes - 110 MBJohn Mills and Donald Sinden take to the depths to try and sink the Tirpitz in experimental craft in 1955's Above Us The Waves. So naturally the boys also somehow get onto the topic of 1970s tinned sausage rolls and go over your guilty pleasure war films. Check out www.fightingonfilm.com for more! We are thrilled to be partnered with warfaremedia.net who have an incredible range of Cold War posters! Use the code FoF20 at check out at for a huge 20% discount. Become a member at https://pl...
Donald Sutherland Retrospective
June 26, 2024 17:01 - 41 minutes - 77.9 MBThis week we look back on the career of Donald Sutherland who recently passed away aged 88. He cemented himself into war movie folklore with his roles in Kelly's Heroes, M*A*S*H and The Eagle Has Landed. The boys share their favourite roles and scenes from Donald's six decades of work within the industry along with listener's favourite moments. Check out www.fightingonfilm.com for more! We are thrilled to be partnered with warfaremedia.net who have an incredible range of Cold War posters! ...
Cease Fire (1953)
June 19, 2024 14:29 - 50 minutes - 93 MBCease Fire is an obscure 3D war film made in 1953, filmed in Korea around the time of the real-life cease-fire in July '53. The cast is made up of serving soldiers undertaking a routine patrol. The result is one of the more realistic and grounded films we have covered on the show. Join the boys as they talk flak vests, British representation in Korean War cinema and more... Check out www.fightingonfilm.com for more! We are thrilled to be partnered with warfaremedia.net who have an incredib...
Red Dawn (2012)
June 12, 2024 01:30 - 1 hour - 137 MBChris Hemsworth stars in the 2012 remake of the Cold War classic Red Dawn, in this modernised reboot the Wolverines face off against the North Korean People's Army which somehow invades America. Does the film hold a candle to its predecessor? Join the boys as they talk Subway, plot armour, Tec-9s and more... Check out www.fightingonfilm.com for more! We are thrilled to be partnered with warfaremedia.net who have an incredible range of Cold War posters! Use the code FoF20 at check out at fo...
The Longest Day (1962) Ft. WW2TV
June 05, 2024 01:30 - 1 hour - 128 MBWe hit the beaches this week with special guest Paul Woodadge, better known as WW2TV. To tackle one of the 60's most beloved and ambitious war movies, 1962's The Longest Day. Darryl F. Zanuck's Operation Overlord epic is chock full of stars and shows the 1944 invasion of Normandy from all (almost) sides of the fighting. From John Wayne to Richard Todd, the boys talk cast, and production and go into just why this film is such a well-known classic! Check out www.fightingonfilm.com for more! ...
The Lost Battalion & The Four Just Men - Show and Tell #10
May 29, 2024 01:30 - 38 minutes - 72.1 MBThis week the ever popular 'Show & Tell' returns and the boys explore two pieces of media for your delectation, Matt talks 2001's The Lost Battalion and Robbie dives into the 1959 TV series The Four Just Men. There's also the Large Question and the boys muse over Tom Hanks, Private Upham, and more... Check out www.fightingonfilm.com for more! We are thrilled to be partnered with warfaremedia.net who have an incredible range of Cold War posters! Use the code FoF20 at check out at for a huge...
Land Of Bad (2024)
May 22, 2024 01:59 - 50 minutes - 94.3 MBLand Of Bad stars Russell Crowe as a USAF drone operator keeping a watchful eye over a Delta Force mission that goes awry in the Philippines. Crowe stars along side not one but two Hemsworth brothers in this low-budget but well-made Action thriller, join us to find out more! Check out www.fightingonfilm.com for more! We are thrilled to be partnered with warfaremedia.net who have an incredible range of Cold War posters! Use the code FoF20 at check out at for a huge 20% discount. Become a ...
The Cruel Sea (1953)
May 15, 2024 01:30 - 1 hour - 113 MBAs a tribute to Robbie's late father, this week the boys look back at his favourite film - the 1953 Ealing Studios masterpiece 'The Cruel Sea'. Often cited as one the the best war movies from that golden age of 1950s British cinema. Directed by Charles Frend, based on Nicholas Monsarrat's book and starring Jack Hawkins, Donald Sinden, and Denholm Elliot, the film documents the wartime service of a Royal Navy corvette and her crew during the battle of the Atlantic. Brutal, hard-hitting, and t...
Fallout (2024)
May 02, 2024 14:30 - 1 hour - 121 MBThis week we zip up our vault suit and venture out into the wastelands, as we cover Amazon Prime's smash hit 'Fallout' series. Based on the very popular series of games. We talk Sterling SMGs, Power Armour, and go gaga over Goggins! Use the code FoF20 at check out at warfaremedia.net for a huge 20% discount on Cold War posters! Check out our website at www.fightingonfilm.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...
Master of the Air Episode 9 Review + Series Overview
April 24, 2024 15:56 - 58 minutes - 109 MBThis week we finally get round to finishing our review of Masters of the Air, we discuss the show's finale and share our thoughts on the series as a whole. Will it have the same impact as Band of Brothers did 20 years ago? Will there be more shows like this? We also read out some of our wonderful listener's takes on the series and see if they lined up with our thoughts! Join us as we pull on our bomber jackets one last time! Check out our website - www.fightingonfilm.com Become a member...
Civil War (2024)
April 17, 2024 01:15 - 1 hour - 139 MBWe are back from our short break as we bring you our thoughts on Alex Garland’s 'Civil War', which sees a group of photojournalists attempting a road trip to DC amidst an ongoing American civil war. The film throws the audience in at the deep end but it becomes clear that the war has broken out between a corrupt president and breakaway states. Join us as we delve into the movie's themes and how it tackles a civil war in modern America. www.fightingonfilm.com Become a member at https://...
Masters of the Air - Episode 7 & 8 review!
March 09, 2024 17:03 - 36 minutes - 67.1 MBThis week we round up episodes 7 and 8 of Masters of the Air. Buck and Bucky come to terms with captivity in Stalag Luft 3, Rosie and the rest of the crews at Thorpe Abbotts prepare for intensive raids on Berlin and we meet the Tuskegee Airmen! Join us as we delve into the penultimate episodes of the series... www.fightingonfilm.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Masters of the Air - Interview with Supporting Actor Chris Richards
March 06, 2024 02:30 - 42 minutes - 79 MBThis week we are joined by Supporting Actor Chris Richards, to talk about his time working on Masters of the Air. From working with Dale Dye to reacting to reacting to imitation B17s. Chris shares all about his experiences on set... Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Zone of Interest (2024)
February 28, 2024 02:30 - 39 minutes - 74.3 MBThis week we cover 'Zone of Interest', directed by Jonathan Glazer, a masterfully-crafted film which on the surface examines daily family life against the back drop of Auschwitz concentration camp. Through the mundanity of everyday life the horrendous work of Rudolf Höss (Commandant of the camp) and its impact on his family is explored. How can you live a normal life, ignoring the horror just feet away behind your garden wall? Join us as we discuss this important and affecting film. www.fig...
Masters of the Air - Episode 6 Review!
February 27, 2024 17:27 - 33 minutes - 61.9 MBThis week MOA hits us with 3 concurrent plotlines, we follow Eagan on the ground in Germany, Rosie at a 'Flak House' and Crosby attending lectures in Oxford. Join the boys as they dive in and dissect this week's episode of Masters... www.fightingonfilm.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Inside a B-17, with Dr Hattie Hearn - Masters of the Air Special!
February 21, 2024 02:30 - 28 minutes - 52.8 MBThis very special episode comes from inside a B-17 Flying Fortress with Dr Hattie Hearn of the American Air Museum at IWM Duxford! We talk Masters of the Air, the real history behind the show, the most dangerous position in a Fort and much, much more! Join us for this special episode. www.fightingonfilm.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Masters of the Air - Episode 5 Review!
February 19, 2024 14:04 - 27 minutes - 52.1 MBThis week the 100th carry out a controversial raid on Munster, already battered and broken from almost daily missions. Will the crews ride their luck again? Join us as we take you through episode 5 of Masters of the Air! www.fightingonfilm.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi (2016)
February 14, 2024 02:30 - 58 minutes - 109 MBThis week we look at Micheal Bay's 2016 film 13 Hours, which depicts the September 2012 attacks on the US embassy and CIA annexes in Benghazi, Libya. The film stars John Krasinski of The Office fame along with James Badge Dale famous for playing Robert Leckie in The Pacific, the film has all the Bay hallmarks of explosions and frantic action. But is perhaps his best work since the 1990s. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...
Masters of the Air - Episode 4 Review!
February 09, 2024 16:36 - 22 minutes - 42.5 MBFollowing on the huge raid sequences from episode 3, this week's episode of Masters of the Air is a more grounded affair. Which shows the air war's downtime between missions. Join us as we delve deeper as we approach the series' half way mark. Remember to follow us on Twitter @FightingOnFilm and on Facebook. Check out our website at www.fightingonfilm.com. If you enjoy the podcast then please consider supporting us and out our Patreon here. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/figh...
Dale Dye Interview - Military Advisor on Masters of the Air
February 07, 2024 12:47 - 54 minutes - 101 MBWe are thrilled to be joined by the legendary military advisor Captain Dale Dye to talk about his time working on 'Masters of the Air'. Dale tells all about training the cast to become USAAF Bomber Crewmen and the challenges faced on such a huge production. Dale shares some incredible insights, making this an episode not to be missed! [NB: There are no plot spoilers for the show in this interview]. Remember to follow us on Twitter @FightingOnFilm and on Facebook. Check out our website at ww...
Masters of the Air - Episode 3 Review!
February 02, 2024 02:00 - 39 minutes - 74 MBThis week the 100th Bomb Group undertake one of their biggest raids of the war so far. Running the gauntlet to hit an engine factory and ball bearing plant in Germany before embarking on an epic flight south to north Africa. Episode 3 of Masters of the Air is out now! Join the boys as they delve into the episode and talk about B17 escape routes, .50 cals, loss, and whether this might be one of the best episodes of TV in a long while... We’re also pleased to be working with Airfix during t...
Murphy's War (1971)
January 31, 2024 18:24 - 43 minutes - 81.5 MBIn this episode, we review 'Murphy's War' (1971), a thought-provoking World War II film starring Peter O'Toole. Directed by Oscar nominee Peter Yates the film deals with revenge showing how far one can go when consumed by it. O'Toole plays Murphy a Royal Navy mechanic who vows to sink the U-Boat responsible for sinking his ship and gunning down his crew mates. Remember to follow us on Twitter @FightingOnFilm and on Facebook. Check out our website at www.fightingonfilm.com. If you enjoy the ...
Masters of the Air - Episode 1 Review!
January 26, 2024 02:08 - 35 minutes - 66.1 MBWe bring you an exclusive 9-part review series on Apple TV's Masters of the Air, Starting with episode 1! Remember to use FOFPODCAST at check out on Airfix.com for 10% off during the shows run! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Masters of the Air - Episode 2 Review!
January 26, 2024 02:01 - 33 minutes - 63 MBEpisode 2 of Masters of the Air picks up straight after the scrubbed raid in episode 1, the boys talk about the soundtrack and get into the representation of the RAF. (Parts 1 and 2 of MOA dropped simultaneously on Apple TV) Remember to use FOFPODCAST at check out on Airfix.com for 10% off during the shows run! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Green Berets (1968)
January 24, 2024 02:30 - 1 hour - 114 MBWe are back for the first episode of 2024! We delve into 1968's The Green Berets starring and directed (sort of) by the Duke himself, John Wayne! The film is infamously one of the very few Pro-Vietnam war films to be made, the plot concerning a team of Green Berets reinforcing a firebase in South Vietnam in the early 1960s. Does the film hit the mark and say anything about the American involvement in Vietnam? Or does it fail drastically in delivering its jingoistic message? Join the boys t...
New Years Mailbag Special + Operation Delta Force 4 & 5
December 31, 2023 18:03 - 1 hour - 125 MBWe end 2023 with a mailbag full of our listener's best bits and requests for 24. The boys also round up their favourite bits from the show from the past year and talk about all the war films they are looking forward to in the new year! There is also a round-up of Operation Delta Force 4 and 5 to complete the pentalogy... Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Operation Delta Force 3 - Clear Target (1999)
December 20, 2023 02:30 - 49 minutes - 91.6 MB'Operation Delta Force December' continues with the franchise's third film, Operation Delta Force 3 - Clear Target! After Delta Force take out a drug lord's stockpile he vows war on the team and seizes control of a nuclear submarine and threatens to fire bio-chemical warheads at New York City. Can the team stop him in time? Tangents galore this week as the boys talk 90s hackers, ice creams and Virgin Cola... Remember to follow us on Twitter @FightingOnFilm and on Facebook. Check out our we...
Operation Delta Force 2 - Mayday! (1998)
December 13, 2023 03:06 - 53 minutes - 98.8 MBOperation Delta Force December continues with Operation Delta Force 2 - Mayday. The sequel stars Micheal McGrady and war movie legend Dale Dye as they battle baddies (led by J. Kenneth Campbell) who have taken over the Kursk nuclear submarine and threaten to release nuclear weapons upon Russia and the US. Some how the episode also features a tangent into 90s light gun games and big 90s TVs... But what do you expect when covering a 90s cult action movie! All this and more on this week's FoF! ...
Operation Delta Force (1997) ft Director Sam Firstenberg
December 06, 2023 02:30 - 59 minutes - 110 MBThis week we begin 'Operation Delta Force December' reviewing all the films in the late 90s Operation Delta Force franchise. Joining us for our first episode of this action packed month is the film's Director Sam Firstenberg. Known for directing cult classics such as American Ninja and Cyborg Cop, Sam tells us all about his time shooting in South Africa, working with a ex-Navy SEAL advisor and improvising on set. It's all on this week's FoF! Remember to follow us on Twitter @FightingOnFilm...
Napoleon (Bonus Episode) - The Full Interviews with Advisors Paul Biddiss & Dr Lorris Chevalier
December 01, 2023 19:23 - 1 hour - 217 MBJoin us for our full length interviews with thehHistorical and military advisors from Ridley Scott's 'Napoleon'. Featuring on set stories and insight from Paul and Lorris. Ever wondered how much effort it takes to train actors to form square or how much sugar Napoleon limited his troops too? Its all here in this feature long bonus episode... Remember to follow us on Twitter @FightingOnFilm and on Facebook. Check out our website at www.fightingonfilm.com. If you enjoy the podcast then please...
Napoleon (2023) ft. Military and Historical advisors Paul Biddiss & Lorris Chevalier
November 29, 2023 16:21 - 1 hour - 191 MBFollowing the release of Ridley Scott's 'Napoleon', we share out thoughts on the film and are thrilled to be joined by the film's military advisor Paul Biddiss and historical advisor Dr Lorris Chevalier. Starring Joaquin Phoenix as Napoleon and Vanessa Kirby as Josephine the film charts Napoleon's rise and fall touching on some major historical events along the way. We talk about the film's controversies and some of its technical feats. Join us to dig into Scott's latest epic... Remember to...
Shout at the Devil (1976) - Footwork my boy!
November 22, 2023 02:30 - 50 minutes - 94.6 MBRoger Moore and Lee Marvin team up in this boys own adventure epic adapted from the Wilbur Smith novel of the same name. It's 1913, Flynn (Marvin) a notorious ivory poacher convinces Sebastian Oldsmith (Moore) to join him on a hunt. From there the movie becomes a sprawling epic which then twists into a revenge picture and even manages to find the time to see the start of the Great War. It's all going on in this week's episode! Remember to follow us on Twitter @FightingOnFilm and on Facebook...
Sands of Iwo Jima (1949)
November 15, 2023 02:30 - 1 hour - 720 MBJohn Wayne stars in 1949's Marine Corps classic 'Sands of Iwo Jima'. The film seamlessly blends stock footage into its scenes to build some of the most accomplished battle sequences of the immediate post-war film era. Directed by Allan Dwan the film was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Wayne's first Best Actor nomination. Join us as we charge ashore and talk Wayne, Sherman Tanks and more! Remember to follow us on Twitter @FightingOnFilm and on Facebook. Check out our website at...
The Duellists (1977)
November 08, 2023 03:04 - 55 minutes - 103 MBTwo Napoleonic officers endure a 15 year duel in Ridley Scott's directorial debut. Starring Keith Carradine and Harvey Keitel and shot on a small budget, Scott's film delivers a brooding and tense tale of honour and masculinity against a backdrop of Europe at war. Swords and sabres a plenty in this one! Remember to follow us on Twitter @FightingOnFilm and on Facebook. Check out our website at www.fightingonfilm.com. If you enjoy the podcast then please consider supporting us and out our Pat...
Bat*21 (1988)
November 01, 2023 04:34 - 47 minutes - 87.5 MBDuring the Vietnam War in 1972 Lt Col Hambleton was shot down during the Easter Offensive. One of the largest American rescue operations was sprung to get him back to friendly lines. Gene Hackman stars as Hambleton in this Hollywood retelling of the story, and Danny Glover of 'Lethal Weapon' fame co-stars as a Skymaster pilot tasked with getting him home. Where does Bat*21 rank in the Vietnam War genre? Join us to find out... Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. H...
The Monuments Men (2014)
October 25, 2023 17:39 - 1 hour - 126 MBThis week we look back at George Clooney's 'The Monuments Men' which tells the story of a group of art experts and historians as they try to save priceless and important pieces of art from being destroyed or lost in the latter stages of the Second World War. The film boasts an impressive all-star cast including Cate Blanchet, Matt Damon, John Goodman, Hugh Bonneville, Bill Murray and Jean Jourdain, but even with all this star power does it hit the right tone? Join us to find out! Get the l...
Making Documentaries - An interview with Emmy Nominee Paul Epstein
October 18, 2023 01:30 - 1 hour - 137 MBThis week we are joined by Emmy nominee Paul Epstein, a director and producer, who has worked on 'Navy SEALs Brothers in Arms', 'Gunslingers' and "The Men Who Built America'. We talk to Paul about his career in documentary film making and get into what it takes to get factual series onto tv screens. Check out our site - www.fightingonfilm.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Castle Keep (1969)
October 11, 2023 10:54 - 51 minutes - 96 MBThis week the boys take a trip to Castle Keep, Sydney Pollack's late 60s new Hollywood war movie, which is surreal to say the least! Burt Lancaster and Peter Falk star in a film that attempts to do something new with the genre in the late stage of the War movies golden era. The boys also find time to fit in Simpsons metaphors and more! Get the latest news and check out our back catalogue of episode at www.fightingonfilm.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. H...
The Great Escaper (2023) - FoF Exclusive Review!
October 04, 2023 01:30 - 38 minutes - 72.2 MBThis week sees the release of 'The Great Escaper' the latest Micheal Caine film. The 90-year-old 2 time Oscar winner is back, playing Bernie Jordan. The film tells the fictionalised true story of a veteran of the Normandy landings who under took a solo trip to the 70th D-day anniversary commemorations. His trip became worldwide news and saw Jordan dubbed 'The Great Escaper'. The film co-stars the late Glenda Jackson and includes an excellent turn from John Standing. The film explores themes ...
The Guns of Navarone - 150th episode special!
September 27, 2023 01:30 - 1 hour - 144 MBWe are thrilled to celebrate our 150th episode with a classic from the genre - 1961's 'The Guns of Navarone'. The epic adventure, based upon Alistair MacLean's best selling novel, was directed by J. Lee Thompson and boasts a fantastic ensemble cast including Gregory Peck, David Niven, Anthony Quinn, Anthony Quayle, James Darren, Irene Papas and, Gia Scala. The boys also talk about some of their favourite moments from the past 3 years of the show and dive into a real gem from the golden age o...
The Real Glory (1939)
September 20, 2023 17:09 - 58 minutes - 109 MBGary Cooper and David Niven face off against a Moro Rebellion in the Philippines in 1906 in this week's review. Cholera, orchids and Niven on a Gatling Gun - what more could we want? Matt and Robbie also talk about the upcoming 150th episode and announce some new podcast merch! Be sure to check out our site - www.fightingonfilm.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The British Army on Film - We Have Ways Festival 2023
September 13, 2023 00:57 - 49 minutes - 91 MBWe recently gave a talk at the fantastic 'We Have Ways of Making You Talk' podcast Festival, after doing 2 quizzes at previous events. This year we gave a talk on depictions of the British Army on Film during the Second World War. From Dunkirk to the Far East we talked Niven and Mills. Piats and Panthers. Join us and listen to our talk in full. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ironclad (2011)
September 06, 2023 01:31 - 1 hour - 112 MBThis week the boys finally cover a 'Chivalry and Swords' film as they tackle 2011's Ironclad, which attempts to recreate the 1215 siege of Rochester Castle. With an all-star cast including Sir Derek Jacobi, Brian Cox, James Purfoy and Paul Giamatti. The film features brutal hand-to-hand combat and gore, but does it hit the mark in terms of historical accuracy? Join us to find out. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...
Sam's Circus -The CBS Band of Brothers?!
August 30, 2023 01:47 - 30 minutes - 56.6 MBThis week Robbie shares his research on a lost TV pilot called Sam's Circus, a 2001 CBS pilot produced in the wake of the success of Band of Brothers. Which was never picked up for a full series. With insider information on the show from the production team and even sharing some of the music made for the show not heard for over 20 years. Matt is back from his trip to America and tells us all about his work overseas and the boys give a quick-fire round-up of war films they have watched rece...
Tropetastic! Or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Film Tropes
August 23, 2023 01:30 - 1 hour - 119 MBTropes, cliches and tangents aplenty this week! As the boys go over their own and the listeners' most loved and loathed war movie tropes. We talk Private Upham from Saving Private Ryan, wrong tanks and even fit in a few pop culture references along the way. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Assault on Hill 400 (2023)
August 16, 2023 01:30 - 26 minutes - 49.2 MBThis week the boys cover a new film from Asylum, Assault on Hill 400. The film details a squad of Rangers as they attempt to assault the titular hill in the Hurtgen Forest in late 1944. The film has all the hallmarks of an Asylum mockbuster. Aging D listers, cliches, and more! Plus Robbie talks about Robert Capa and Matt mansplains photography. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fighting-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Silent Heroes (1987) - The First Falklands War Film?!
August 09, 2023 01:30 - 33 minutes - 61.4 MBThis week we dug into the archives and found a very rare British war film. 1987s 'Silent Heroes' appears to be the first British attempt at creating a film about the Falklands War, filmed for just £90,000. Directed by Richard Driscoll and staring Martin Aylott, Robert Wilford and Bob Flag. The straight-to-VHS film is a strange beast that seems to have both pro and anti-war themes and tries to come to terms with the conflict. Strap in and join us as we try to explain this one! Follow us on T...
Tigerland (2000)
August 02, 2023 01:30 - 59 minutes - 110 MBIn 2000, Joel Schumacher moved away from Hollywood Blockbusters and produced an American Vietnam drama with a cast full of unknowns and character actors. Tigerland explores the effect of military training on young men from all walks of life. The film stars Colin Farrell as a reluctant and conflicted GI and the film follows in the vein of such anti-war classics as ATTACK! and The Hill but for all its plaudits at the time of release does the film hold up more than two decades later? Follow us...
U571 (2000)
July 26, 2023 01:30 - 55 minutes - 103 MBU-571 directed by Johnathan Mostow was surrounded by controversy when it was released in the summer of 2000. The film tells the fictional story of an American submarine crew who are tasked with capturing an Enigma machine from a damaged German U-boat. The story was seen as an affront to the real-life story of HMS Bulldog that captured an intact Enigma machine in May 1941. The controversy even made waves in the UK's Parliament. But is it a good film or does the film dive too deep and hit rock...
Strikes, Film Lists & Artificial Intelligence
July 19, 2023 02:35 - 49 minutes - 91.5 MBThis week saw the Screen Actors Guild strike, along with the Writers Guild of America who have already been on strike since May 2023. We wanted to address our thoughts on the strike and how AI is being poised to potentially take work away from the creative industry. We also show how easy it is to use AI to create film lists and see what Chat GPT ranks as its own top 10 war films! Follow us on Twitter @FightingOnFilm and on Facebook. For more check out our website www.fightingonfilm.com Tha...