McCullin

This BAFTA-nominated documentary explores the life and work of Don McCullin, one of the world’s greatest photojournalists, renowned for his remarkable images of war.

Don McCullin has taken some of the most impactful photographs captured over the last 60 years. His iconic photographs of wars include Vietnam, Cyprus, Cambodia, Northern Ireland, Lebanon and, more recently, Syria. His work also ranges from the horrors of the man-made famine in Biafra to images of working class life in the UK as well as the meditative landscapes of Somerset, where he lives.​

The documentary is dominated by McCullin’s black and white war photographs that etch themselves into our brains. Few images in the history of photography have been as potent and emblematic as McCullin’s Shell-shocked US Marine (1968), taken during the Tet offensive, one of the largest military campaigns of the Vietnam War. And McCullin shows himself to be brutally honest, talking about his work and experiences with great emotion and openness.

“Ultimately, it’s a film about courage, passion and belief. I think Don’s story is an inspiration to anyone who wants to lead a decent life, involve themselves in their own society’s injustices and all the forms that takes.”  Jacqui Morris, director

UK 2012. Directors Jacqui Morris, David Morris. With Don McCullin, Harold Evans. 95 mins. 15

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