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Join historians and authors Jane Gulliford Lowes and James Jefferies as they delve into the world of RAF Bomber Command during the Second World War. In this weekly podcast (episodes released every Wednesday), Jane and James explore strategy, policy, and the events which shaped one of the most controversial campaigns of the war.
Despite their iconic status, Bomber Command's history extends far beyond the famed Dambusters raid of 1943 and the Avro Lancaster. Through insightful discussions, expert analysis of the strategic bombing campaign and first hand accounts by veterans and civilians on the ground, Never Mind the Dambusters offers listeners a comprehensive exploration of Bomber Command's operations and the diverse aircraft it employed, as well as tackling some tough topics.
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Episode 73 - "A Memory Owed": Bringing Bomber Command to the Big Screen
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Ep. 73 – A Memory Owed: Bringing Bomber Command to the Big Screen
How do you tell the story of RAF Bomber Command in a way that resonates with modern audiences while remaining faithful to the experiences of those who served?
In this special episode of Never Mind the Dambusters, Jane Gulliford Lowes and James Jefferies are joined by Martin Hemingway-Moseley, writer and director of the new Bomber Command film A Memory Owed, and Zoe Lewin, the film's producer.
Together, they discuss the inspiration behind the project, the challenges of creating an independent historical film, and why the story of Bomber Command still matters more than eighty years after the end of the Second World War.
The conversation explores everything from researching the screenplay and recreating life aboard a Lancaster, to tackling difficult subjects such as Lack of Moral Fibre (LMF) and ensuring that the experiences of veterans are portrayed with honesty, dignity and compassion.
Whether you're a lifelong student of Bomber Command or simply interested in how history is brought to the screen, this is a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at a remarkable production dedicated to preserving memory through film.
In this episode
- The origins of A Memory Owed and the story that inspired the film.
- How writer and director Martin Hemingway-Moseley approached telling a Bomber Command story for a modern audience.
- The practical challenges of producing an independent historical film, from funding to filming with historic aircraft.
- Why historical authenticity mattered throughout the production.
- Exploring the difficult subject of Lack of Moral Fibre (LMF) and why it forms an important part of the narrative.
- The influence of classic WW2 and Bomber Command films including The Dambusters and Appointment in London.
- The emotional responsibility of portraying the experiences of Bomber Command veterans.
- Martin and Zoe reflect on the moments from production that have stayed with them most.
About our guests
Martin Hemingway-Moseley is the writer and director of A Memory Owed, an award-winning short film exploring the human story of RAF Bomber Command through the themes of memory, sacrifice and remembrance. (Buzzsprout)
Zoe Lewin is the producer of A Memory Owed, helping bring the project from concept to screen while balancing historical authenticity with the realities of independent filmmaking. (Buzzsprout)
Watch the film
A Memory Owed is now available to watch in full on YouTube:
Watch A Memory Owed on YouTube
Related listening
If you enjoyed today's discussion, you may also like our earlier episode exploring the remarkable story of Lancaster NX611 "Just Jane" and the work of the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre with Andrew Panton.
Episode 35 – Restoring a Lancaster: The NX611 "Just Jane" Story
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