Nelson: Britain's Great Naval Hero
Synopsis
A fresh look at the remarkable rise of Horatio Nelson, uncovering the scandals, military failures and secrets behind the Battle of Trafalgar's most famous Admiral. The film explores how the establishment of the day sought to make this complex character a symbol of maritime superiority, but also asks what sort of country Nelson was fighting for, at a time when the Royal Navy was Britain's front line of defence and protecting interests around the globe, including the barbaric Atlantic slave trade.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Karen Selway
- Original Title
- Nelson: Britain's Great Naval Hero
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Channel 5 Broadcasting, ITN Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Karen Selway
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Karen Selway
Director
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What is Nelson: Britain's Great Naval Hero about?
A fresh look at the remarkable rise of Horatio Nelson, uncovering the scandals, military failures and secrets behind the Battle of Trafalgar's most famous Admiral. The film explores how the establishment of the day sought to make this complex character a symbol of maritime superiority, but also asks what sort of country Nelson was fighting for, at a time when the Royal Navy was Britain's front line of defence and protecting interests around the globe, including the barbaric Atlantic slave trade.
Who directed Nelson: Britain's Great Naval Hero?
Nelson: Britain's Great Naval Hero was directed by Karen Selway.
Who stars in Nelson: Britain's Great Naval Hero?
The principal cast of Nelson: Britain's Great Naval Hero includes Steven Mackintosh.
When was Nelson: Britain's Great Naval Hero released and how long is it?
Nelson: Britain's Great Naval Hero was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.