Originally Posted by
Exrigger
I went to the linked show at the Odeon Lincoln, it was a birthday present from my grandsons, what surprised me was there was not as many people as I expected, I think the screening was less than half full, my wife and I enjoyed the evening in the comfy seats.
With regard the film;
The lead in with regards Guy Gibson's dog and its name, apparently whilst doing the 4k restoration of the original film they had considered changing the name, but decided for historical accuracy they would leave it, though added warnings about racist terms and bad language: unless I missed it, the Petwood Hotel in Woodhall Spa did not feature in the film, and I thought that was where the 617 Squadron crews were moved to: in some shots thought the bomb looked more like a wheel & tyre shape, rather that 45 gallon drum shape: finally I noted the two Lancaster's that escorted the one that was doing the bomb run, to try and attract the AA fire, appeared to have flashing wing tips as if they had guns in them, unless they were flashing wing tips lights to attract the gun aimers.
Have to say though that none of this spoilt the enjoyment of the evening/film, and wife said I was just being picky anyway.
Re: Petwood Hotel.
I don't believe 617 were located at Woodhall until 1944, although every reference to this in the village is understandably very vague - what with their tourist trade being based largely around "The Home of the Dambuster's" lore that has sprung up since.