This is the first full length feature documentary about Eric Ravilious told in his own words through previously unseen private correspondence made with the blessing of the Ravilious family. His admirers interviewed in this fascinating and very moving documentary by Margy Kinmonth include Grayson Perry and Alan Bennett. This film brings to life this unique and still grossly undervalued British artist caught in the crossfire of war 80 years ago whose legacy largely sank without trace until now.

The film is well worth seeing - I was deeply moved by his life story even though it was a short life which ended in tragedy at the age of 39. He clearly was one of the most prolific and beloved English artists of the mid 20th century but lapsed into almost total obscurity until his children rediscovered his drawings and letters some years after his death.

It is only being shown at selective cinemas - you can access the listings via Dartmouth Films to see if there is a cinema near you or you can watch the film on Curzon Home Cinema or NFI@home (for a fee)

So fellow water colour artists if you wish to be inspired to paint more of Eric's rolling landscapes or to just have a greater understanding of his life, which was as compelling and enigmatic as his art, then you wont be disappointed.

If you get the chance to watch the film I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.