From a Tiny Bedroom Museum to Hollywood Blockbusters
A military historian, Andy Robertshaw, has collaborated with renowned film directors, including Steven Spielberg, Sam Mendes, and Peter Jackson.
Robertshaw, 67, is a prominent military historian in Britain, responsible for advising directors and actors on the realities of war to create authentic scenes.
- War Horse (Steven Spielberg)
- 1917 (Sam Mendes)
- Wonder Woman (Patty Jenkins)
- They Shall Not Grow Old (Peter Jackson)
- Kingsman: The Secret Service (Matthew Vaughn)
Previously, he was the head of education at the National Army Museum and later managed the Royal Logistic Corps Museum.
His job is to help directors and actors understand how soldiers lived, fought and spoke, so their films feel authentic.
Author's summary: Military historian advises Hollywood directors.