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"War Art with Eddie Redmayne" on BBC Select.

"How were artists able to help soldiers on the battlefield during the First World War?

"War Art" with Eddie Redmayne is a documentary film, written and directed by Margy Kinmonth. and Produced by Foxtrot Films Ltd.. The Award-winner Eddie Redmayne discovers how artists were able to play a huge role in saving lives on the WW1 battlefield, leaving a unique legacy"

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Video: "The Decoy Trees Made By Artists On The WW1 Battlefield | War Art With Eddie Redmayne:

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Eddie as art historian

Good news for those who haven’t watched (or want to see again) the fascinating documentary, “War Art With Eddie Redmayne.” It’s now available on BBC Select, a streaming channel available on different platforms (including Apple+ and Amazon Prime Video in the U.S.)

Click here to learn more or to sign up for a free trial if it’s not on a service you already have.

This documentary, produced by Margy Kinmonth for Foxtrot Films, is a rare look at Eddie’s deep knowledge of and passion for art and is a testament to his skill as a presenter and interviewer. It’s beautifully photographed at several locations, including battlefields and sites in the area depicted in “Birdsong,” the World War I drama in which he starred.

And we even get a glimpse of Eddie painting and playing the piano.

Most of all, it’s a compelling look at the role of artists who go to the front lines to bring the stark realities of war to the masses, and to their contributions to propaganda and to actual battle strategy.

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