Gary Oldman Talks Transformation into Winston Churchill for 'Darkest Hour,' 'Dunkirk' Parallels | TIFF 2017

The video discusses the concept of an elevator pitch, using Winston Churchill's journey as an example. It highlights Gary Oldman's transformation into Churchill for a film, including reactions from the cast and crew. The video also touches on the historical context of WWII, specifically the Dunkirk evacuation, and compares the film to Christopher Nolan's 'Dunkirk'. The focus is on the decision of whether Britain should negotiate peace with Hitler, with Dunkirk being a minor element.

What is an elevator pitch and how does it relate to Winston Churchill?

What was the reaction of the man who runs the Winston Churchill Archive to the photographs taken of the actor in costume?

What humorous incident occurred with the children of the Churchills during the visit to the set?

How did the speaker feel about the overlap between their film and the movie Dunkirk?

What is the main focus of the film discussed in the text, in relation to Dunkirk?