Film Screening: The Battle of the Somme

Submitted by Louise Hancock on June 27, 2016 - 10:52

Venue, Timing and Cost

Venue: 
Pitt Rivers Museum
Date(s): 
Saturday, 16 July 2016
Timing: 
14.30-16.00
Cost: 
Free entry
Image from 'The Battle of the Somme'

A special screening to mark 100 years since one of the bloodiest battles of the First World War. Shot and screened in 1916, this UNESCO-listed film was the first feature length documentary about war. Upon release it was watched by around 20 million people, nearly half of Britain's population, hoping to see a loved-one captured on film. A century later this unique footage, now in the care of Imperial War Museums, is being shown to audiences around the world with a specially commissioned orchestral soundtrack composed by Laura Rossi.

Further Information

Contact Details: 

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Film and Animation