We discuss the intricate and fascinating story of Mary Queen of Scots and the new 2018 movie - along with the 1971 movie too. A chance to see how the our mores and filmmaking have moved on

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The first of an occasional series where we look at the representation of folk tales and beliefs of the past, and how accurately film has presented them. We are joined in the shed by our Witch expert, Millie

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Such a classic - Katherine Hepburn and Peter O'Toole giving it large, plus the world's most appalling article of clothing (see if you can spot which). Was it accurate? Was it fun?

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Made in 1966 by Italian neo-realist director Gillo Pontecorvo, the film is based the actions of rebels and French government during the Algerian War of 1954–62. So realistic was it, that it has been used as a training film. 

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Lady Jane was the first leading role for a very young Helena Bonham Carter, and a film debut for the renowned theatre director Trevor Nunn. Plus its an amazing story. So, surely nothing could go wrong?

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This is one of the two movies my father picked out for me when I was nobbut a lad. It won 5 Oscars, was voted 3 on the BFI's list of best films of all time. It is a majestic masterpiece, telling the story of the Arab revolt in WWI, through the eyes of T E Lawrence, an intelligence office in the British army.

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The story of Puyi the Last Emperor of China is the MOST sumptuous of films, beautifully shot, it's an extraordinary story, and the history it passes through is fascinating. Was it all worth it? Do you root for the characters? As an authorised film - did it pull its punches?

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Once you've watched A Bridge too Far, you realise that you have just been playing with history movies. This film sets out its stall to tell you everything you ever wanted to know, and a few things you didn't, about Operation Market Garden. Was it also a good film?

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Alan Bennett's play and film is a triumph on so many levels - it's sensitivity towards mental health, the rehabilitation of the character of a king from unfair historical judgement, it's very funny, with great music. Or is that just me? And is it accurate?

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The 1993 film which tries to present a balanced picture of Geronimo and his armed resistance - through the eyes of a young US army officer.

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