DVD: Henry: Mind of a Tyrant (U)
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Countless films, drama series and documentaries have raked over the ashes of this fiery-haired and fiery-tempered king in recent years.
What hope of new ground? The answer: David Starkey, Tudor television impresario, on the eve of the 500th anniversary of Henry's accession to the throne. In the four parts of Henry: Mind of a Tyrant, first aired on Channel 4, Starkey invigorates tired 16th-century documents with his distinctive mix of boyish curiosity and academic pomp. Yet Starkey's emphasis on primary sources promotes the series above the sensationalism that usually categorises Henry's forays into modern media. He keeps the most sexed-up king in British history sexy without compromising attention to detail.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments