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John Thaw stars as the legendary Bomber Command C-in-C in this engrossing BBC drama, co-starring Robert Hardy as Churchill.
Based on real events and skilfully making use of genuine wartime film footage of RAF Bomber Command, Bomber Harris is a triumph for John Thaw and a fascinating account of some of the most controversial and devastating missions ever carried out by the RAF.
Based on real events and skilfully making use of genuine wartime film footage of RAF Bomber Command, Bomber Harris is a triumph for John Thaw and a fascinating account of some of the most controversial and devastating missions ever carried out by the RAF.
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53 of 54 people found the following review helpful
By Wilz
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John Thaw at his best again, dealing with a difficult man who has been abandoned by the Establishnent despite his huge contribution to the War effort. It is clear from history that the "1000 bomber" raids were having a dramatic impact on the German war effort and Albert Speer himself confirmed in post war interviews that a few more devastating attacks would have brought production and the will to continue to an end. This film shows exactly how Harris was ill treated after the war and Churchill really used him as a scapegoat.
There must be huge sympathy for the poor people caught in these raids and, as with any mass killing, some diquiet. With over 50 million dead in the 5 years, 15 or 20 thousand killed in a raid, no matter how terrible, must be seen in perspective. I think this film makes you think carefully and takes you beyond the headlines. Watch it and then ask yourself, if this saved one Allied life, would you have supported Harris?
There must be huge sympathy for the poor people caught in these raids and, as with any mass killing, some diquiet. With over 50 million dead in the 5 years, 15 or 20 thousand killed in a raid, no matter how terrible, must be seen in perspective. I think this film makes you think carefully and takes you beyond the headlines. Watch it and then ask yourself, if this saved one Allied life, would you have supported Harris?
39 of 40 people found the following review helpful
By TKr
Format:DVD
Creating empathy for Harris with a German is not easy but this drama succeeded. First of all the film shows that Harris had a clear military target and a strategic objective. Furthermore the author plays devil's advocate in suggesting that Harris' strategy of aerial bombardment would have shortened the war as opposed to aiming at specific targets. Harris' duty as a soldier is to his men and his country regardless of the cost to others. Thaw plays him as a complex character: on the one hand as a ruthless soldier but on the other hand also as a human being. The film raises a lot of moral questions and does not provide easy answers but food for thought. It also sows what a fine actor John Thaw is: here he acts very restrained and controlled as opposed to his Morse/ Regan persona.
83 of 86 people found the following review helpful
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This is a film about one of the most controversial figures of World War II. Sir Arthur Harris remains the target of criticism and vilification by many, while others believe the contribution he and his men made to victory is grossly undervalued. The film examines Harris's life from youth in Rhodesia to fighting in World War I, the inter-war years, his two families and his post-war years in South Africa and England. He reveals and analyses how Harris did his job in RAF Bomber Command during World War II, his leadership of his men in the face of appalling casualties, his disagreements with higher authority, his dealings with Churchill, his close links with the Americans, his role in directing the bombing raids against Germany, most notably at Dresden, and the way he was treated afterwards. The Bomber Harris DVD provides the most complete and rounded picture of one of the great high commanders of modern times and an outstanding military personality of World War II.
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Bomber Harris
Believe it be fine, but this was ordered on behalf of another person, who doesn't have internet access and couldn't buy it on-line themselves.
Published 1 month ago by Alna
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Bomber Harris DVD
An excellent portrayal of what Harris had to do, and put up with from higher command to get the war shortened. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Oldcodger
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John Thaw at his Best
Excellent John Thaw at his best and supporting actors, a long over due tribute to Harris and the men of bomber command. A great addition to any film library
Published 3 months ago by Chris Edghill
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Bomber Harris BBC [DVD] [1989] John Thaw
A very good film, we are great fans of John Thaw so it was nice to see him playing someone other than Morse.
Published 3 months ago by Eveta Hubbardibus
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Good story - poor production
Good factual storyline, with some great acting performances especially from John Thaw. The whole thing was somewhat let down by the third rate production and backdrops, however it... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Algis
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Cologne..Tonight!...Hamburg...Tonight!...BERLIN...TONIGHT!
Air Chief Marshal Sir Arthur Harris was the commander of RAF Bomber Command from 1942 to the end of the War. Read more
Published 9 months ago by givbatam3
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SEVENTY YEARS LATE and NO CAMPAIGN MEDAL
I'm writing this review on the same day as the opening of the Bomber Command Memorial,(FINALLY),hence the title.Almost THREE QUARTERS OF A CENTURY TOO LATE !!!!! Read more
Published 11 months ago by amazon.co.uk are biased,tax dodging ,cacographists
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More than "just" a war film
In 1992, eight years after his death, a monument to Sir Arthur 'Bomber' Harris (1892-1984) was erected in central London, forty-five years after the ending of WWII; these dates... Read more
Published 17 months ago by RR Waller
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poor picture quality
A very well acted show with a wonderful cast, however the picture quality on my disc isnt up to scratch, a disappointment here, should have been remastered. Read more
Published 20 months ago by steve
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Bomber Harris [DVD] [1989]
One of the greats - John Thaw at his best. An incredible story of guts and determination by Bomber Harris portrayed brilliantly by John Thaw. Read more
Published on 28 April 2011 by Pilot
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