The life of Winston Churchill, one of history's greatest leaders and figures.
Great documentary on a great man. Narrated by Ian McKellen, who gives the series the gravitas it deserves. Includes interviews with many family members and people who worked with Churchill. No empty platitudes from historians, just relevant commentary, warts and all.
Included is some rare archival footage, some from as early as the first decade of the 1900s, and photographs which go back all the way to Churchill's youth.
Of course, the famous speeches are there, especially the ones from the Battle of Britain and WW2 in general. Very stirring, especially when you see Churchill giving the speech, rather than just a disembodied voice.
Highly edifying, even for people who already have a decent knowledge of Churchill's history.
Excellent series.
