Nina & Co Vintage Film Night: The Charge of the Light Brigade (1968) 12

During the first half of 2026, at the Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Nina & Co will once again present six classic films from around the world whose quality and content still inspire and speak to us today. Chosen primarily for the strength of their art – visual, musical and dramatic – the visual qualities are key, in costume. production design, cinematography and setting, from Britain, Europe, Australia and the Far East.

A critical and satirical take on the infamous British cavalry charge during the Crimean War, the film examines the tension between British generals and highlights prevailing class iniquities. Bad leadership led to the outnumbered Light Brigade being ordered to attack a Russian artillery positions and the deadly chaos this created. The film shows the tragic bravery of the cavalrymen who obeyed their orders. There are great performances from Trevor Howard and David Hemmings.