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"The Mercy" and "Deep Water"

The Mercy is a 2017 British biographical drama film. It is based on the true story of the disastrous attempt by the amateur sailor Donald Crowhurst to complete the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race in 1968 and his subsequent attempts to cover up his failure. The cast includes Colin Firth and Rachel Weisz.

If you missed the film, or simply prefer to see a documentary of Donald Crowhurst's story, Film Four's "Deep Water" is available on YouTube (click here).

Alternatively, watch the recording of the Club webinar led by Bill Cunningham on 23 February 2021. (Go to Club Webinars).

Last updated 13:50 on 22 April 2024