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Road To Berlin is a 10 episode documentary series made for The Discovery Channel which sees The Pub Landlord, Al Murray embark on a journey through the last phase of World War II. We see him travel from the beaches of Normandy through to Berlin in a restored Jeep, interviewing survivors from the War along the way. Episodes 1. D-Day 2. Battle For Normandy 3. The Push For Paris 4. Hitler s Secret Weapon 5. Arnhem 6. Air War 7. Battle Of The Bulge 8. Eastern Front 9. Crossing The Rhine 10. Berlin. SPECIAL FEATURES Photo Gallery
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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Simply unmissable!,
By Pillboxer1940 (Walmington-on-Sea, UK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Al Murray's Road To Berlin [DVD] [2004] (DVD)
It's clear from the numerous gags rattled off by The Pub Landlord about 'The War' that Al Murray has more than a passing interest in the Second World War: in this double dvd set, he clearly and ably displays his passion.But don't expect geezer-banter about teaching the Huns a lesson. This is Oxford University History graduate Al Murray presenting, not the boozy diatribe of the Pub Landlord, and appropriately, there are no laughs in this ten part series. However, this is a far from dry regurgitation of textbook history. Interspersed with original film footage, Murray's series sees him tootle from battlefield to battlefield in an original wartime jeep, visiting the key points and bloody milestones that led to Berlin. Murray's wide-eyed, genuine interest and respect for the subject matter shows through, none more so than when he interviews veterans from all the fighting nations: from pigeon-chested, elderly British paratroops reliving the pathos of Arnhem to an aged but still fiery, bemedalled Russian recalling Berlin street battles. This type of documentary could easily have gone the way of a gung-ho Boy's Own adventure, but refreshingly, Murray keeps the story in perspective, interviewing a weary, Jewish former slave labourer and a German who saw his father shot whilst attempting to surrender . Most poignantly, while touring the site of the Bergen Belsen concentration camp, Murray suddenly deviates from the script and ends the visit. This is a great lesson in how to revitalise history, retelling the story in an engaging, entertaining and attention-hogging manner, whilst educating the viewer and perpetuating the remembrance message in a lively and memorable way.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic service and value,
This review is from: Al Murray's Road To Berlin [DVD] [2004] (DVD)
I searched the web for this product after seeing a couple of episodes on TV. I found it on several sites but Amazon came out tops for value. I couldn't believe Al Murray was such an all round talented guy. He interviews various survivors of the 2nd World War, English, Russian and German. He skillfully sets the ambience of the scene and the viewer is transported to what it must have been like in those awful times.My impression of "The pub Landlord" has gone up a thousandfold and would recommend this video to all enthusiasts of factual and historic war material. Amazon provided a first rate service, which, in my view, couldn't be bettered. A big thank you to all concerned.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great potted history....,
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This review is from: Al Murray's Road To Berlin [DVD] [2004] (DVD)
An excellent DVD with Al Murray fronting. He's enthusiastic and great when talking to those who were involved along the way.If you have any interest in this subect whatsoever, it's a must have. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
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