15 November 2017
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Darkest Hour Damaris Media
Damaris Media is partnering with Universal Pictures on the release of Darkest Hour (in cinemas 12th January), a thrilling account inspired by the true story of Winston Churchill's first weeks in office during the early days of the Second World War.
Damaris Media is partnering with Universal Pictures on the release of Darkest Hour (in cinemas 12th January), a thrilling account inspired by the true story of Winston Churchill's first weeks in office during the early days of the Second World War. Starring BAFTA Award-winner Gary Oldman, Darkest Hour takes a revelatory look at the man behind the icon.
With the support of his wife of 31 years, Clemmie (Academy Award nominee Kristin Scott Thomas), Churchill looks to the British people to inspire him to stand firm and fight for his nation's ideals, liberty and freedom. As Winston withstands his own darkest hour, he attempts to change the course of world history forever.
Directed by BAFTA-Award winner Joe Wright and written by Academy Award nominee Anthony McCarten, the film also stars Lily James, Stephen Dillane, Ronald Pickup and Ben Mendelsohn.
Darkest Hour is a timely exploration of leadership, and of the power of words to shape the world. Damaris Media will be creating a special companion booklet for groups wanting to get more from this captivating and inspiring story, including historical background and a look behind the scenes.