Right, let's talk about something properly British: Guy Martin and the Vulcan Bomber.
Specifically, let's talk about that documentary, "Guy Martin: The Last Flight Of The Vulcan Bomber." I've got a confession: I wasn't totally blown away. Now, before you grab your pitchforks, hear me out.
Guy Martin: Legend or Just... Really Enthusiastic?
Don't get me wrong, I like Guy Martin. He's got that infectious energy. He’s like a hyperactive Labrador with a spanner.
He gets properly stuck in, doesn't he? Always covered in grease and grinning like a loon.
But sometimes, and this is my unpopular opinion, I think the documentaries lean a bit too heavily on the "Guy Martin is amazing!" angle. It's like, "Look! He's using a screwdriver! Incredible!"
The Vulcan: Majestic Bird, But Familiar Story?
The Vulcan Bomber itself? Absolute beast of a machine. A true icon of British engineering.
That delta wing is just pure class. I get why people are passionate about it.
But, and this is where I risk the wrath of aviation enthusiasts, haven't we seen this story before? "Beloved old thing needs saving!" We've seen it with trains, boats, even buses.
It feels a bit... formulaic, doesn’t it?
The Drama: A Bit Too Much?
The documentary, naturally, piled on the drama. "Will they get it flying in time?!" Cue dramatic music.
Slow-motion shots of rusty bolts. Close-ups of worried faces.
I understand the need to create tension. But sometimes, it felt a bit manufactured. Like they were trying *too* hard.
"It's a race against time!" – Every Documentary Ever.
Appreciation, Not Idolization
Look, I appreciate the effort that went into restoring the Vulcan. I really do.
The dedication of the engineers and volunteers is undeniable. They're the real heroes, not just the bloke who gets to sit in the cockpit.
And I respect Guy Martin's enthusiasm for engineering and history. He’s got a genuine passion.
But sometimes, I wish the documentaries would focus more on the "how" and less on the "wow, isn't Guy Martin brilliant?"
Give us more technical details! More historical context! Less slow-motion grease!
Maybe it's just me. Maybe I'm a grumpy old git who doesn't appreciate a good underdog story.
But I reckon a slightly less Guy Martin-centric approach would have made "The Last Flight Of The Vulcan Bomber" even better. Just a thought.
Don't get me wrong, I still watched it. And I probably would watch it again. I just think it could have been… more.
So, what do you reckon? Am I completely off base? Or do you sometimes feel the same way?
