An epic adventure through the ages. Gripping drama reconstruction, the latest CGI, stunning cinematography, amazing time-lapse and aerial footage offer a fresh take on how Britain took shape. The British is an ambitious and gripping series about the history of the British Isles from Stonehenge to World War Two, the Roman occupation to the discovery of penicillin. At its heart is an intriguing question. Today, much of the planet's population lives in a British-shaped world. How did this clutch of islands off the coast of Europe come to dominate the globe? These are... extraordinary tales of human endeavour, struggles against huge odds and triumphs of the human spirit, inspiring invention and innovation, grit and heroism. [show more]
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Please note this is a region 2 DVD and will require a region 2 or region free DVD player in order to play This bold and exciting series brings Britain&39;s tumultuous history to vivid life in an exciting new style combining gripping drama spectacular CGI and compelling commentary The seven-part series takes viewers on an amazing journey from the Roman invasion to the coronation of Elizabeth II in 1953 looking at the people and events that shaped the nation Surprising and thought-provoking The British focuses not only on the battles monarchs and leaders who have shaped our history but also on the reformers inventors pioneers and unsung heroes who changed the face of Britain Bringing history to life as never before The British features sumptuous re-enactments of the decisive moments in our past and contributions from celebrities sporting heroes politicians and leading academics Director Nick Green Louise Hooper & Jenny Ash Certificate 12 years and over Year 2012 Screen 1781 Anamorphic Languages English - Dolby Digital (51) Subtitles English for the hearing impaired Closed Captions Yes Duration 5 hours and 5 minutes (approx)
Documentary series that traces the history and influence of the British Isles over the ages. From Stonehenge to World War II, the series uses dramatic reconstructions, time-lapse photography and cutting-edge CGI to explore the landmark events that came to shape the British nation, its people and its character.
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