Reel Britannia

Welcome to Reel Britannia-a very British podcast about very British movies ...with just a hint of professionalism. Back to 1946 this week and a murder mystery with a difference starring the wonderful Alastair Sim Green For Danger (1946)   Set against the backdrop of World War II, Green for Danger unfolds within the tense confines of a rural English hospital serving as an emergency medical facility. As bombs rain down during the Blitz, the hospital staff work tirelessly to treat the injured, but the strains of war expose hidden tensions and personal conflicts among them. The story begins with a routine surgical operation that takes a sinister turn, resulting in an unexpected death. What initially appears to be a tragic accident soon reveals darker undercurrents, as suspicion of foul play arises. Enter Inspector Cockrill, a quirky yet sharp-witted detective whose seemingly casual demeanour masks a razor-sharp mind. Tasked with unravelling the mystery, he dives into a web of secrets, rivalries, and decei