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To make the film of the Arnhem Airborne attack in 1944, the film of Cornelius Ryan
To make the film of the Arnhem Airborne attack in 1944, the film of Cornelius Ryans book " A Bridge Too Far", needed an Army - an Army of actors. So the company recruited their own! All actors, but in a few weeks turned into soldiers. Their wives and girlfriends would never have known them. Director of " A Bridge Too Far" Sir Richard Attenborough inspects " Attenboroughs Army". May 1976 P016957
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Mirrorpix
Media ID 21292741
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15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Relive the epic tale of the Arnhem Airborne attack in 1944 with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse. These high-quality prints bring to life the iconic images from Mirrorpix's archives, including the filming of Cornelius Ryan's "A Bridge Too Far". Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted with vibrant colors and sharp details, ensuring a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Experience the history like never before with our durable and modern Metal Prints.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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To make the film of the Arnhem Airborne attack in 1944, based on Cornelius Ryan's book 'A Bridge Too Far, ' a remarkable transformation took place. The production company needed an entire Army of actors to bring this epic story to life. And so, they recruited their own! In just a matter of weeks, these actors underwent a profound metamorphosis as they transitioned from performers into soldiers. Their dedication and commitment were truly awe-inspiring. They immersed themselves in rigorous training regimes, learning military tactics and techniques with unwavering determination. The result was astonishing - their wives and girlfriends would hardly recognize them! These once familiar faces now bore the ruggedness and resilience of battle-hardened warriors. Each actor had become a living embodiment of the brave soldiers who fought during that fateful airborne attack. During May 1976, Sir Richard Attenborough, renowned director of 'A Bridge Too Far, ' proudly inspected what came to be known as 'Attenborough's Army. ' It was a momentous occasion that captured both the spirit and camaraderie shared by these extraordinary individuals. This photograph encapsulates not only the making of an iconic film but also serves as a testament to human adaptability and passion for storytelling. It reminds us that sometimes even actors can transform into something greater than themselves when given the opportunity to honor history through their craft.
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