The first major feature film about Eric Ravilious (1903-1942), the much loved but hugely underestimated British Official War Artist, killed in a plane crash over Iceland in 1942.
Eric Ravilious: Drawn to War ■
Synopsis
Eric Ravilious is as compelling and enigmatic as his art. Set against the dramatic wartime locations that inspire him, Margy Kinmonth’s film brings to life this brilliant but still grossly undervalued British artist.
Caught in the crossfire of war 80 years ago, Ravilious’s legacy largely sank without trace, until now. Made with the blessing of the Ravilious Estate, this first full length feature documentary about Ravilious unfolds in his own words, through previously unseen private correspondence and rare archive film.
Shot entirely on location in the UK, Portugal and Ireland, the film features Ai Weiwei, Alan Bennett, Grayson Perry, Robert Macfarlane with Freddie Fox, Tamsin Greig and many more.
Credits
Rating: 12A
Genre: Documentary
Director: Margy Kinmonth
Stars: Tamsin Greig