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Irthlingborough and Charles Weston

Episode 2 of 5

David McKie explores some of Britain's most evocative spots and their local heroes. In the early 20th century, American director Charles Weston based his studios in Irthlingborough.

David McKie explores some of Britain's most evocative spots and their local heroes.

In the early 20th century, American movie director Charles Weston based his studios in Irthlingborough and made seven gory war films, all featuring the locals as extras. David arrives for a regular public screening of Weston's 1913 film about the Battle of Waterloo, with a piano accompaniment.

15 minutes

Last on

Sat 9 Aug 2008 05:45

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  • Sat 9 Aug 2008 05:45