The Wipers Times
“In dark times, they chose to make light”
Overview
When Captain Fred Roberts discovered a printing press in the ruins of Ypres, Belgium in 1916, he decided to publish a satirical magazine called The Wipers Times - "Wipers" being army slang for Ypres. Full of gallows humour, The Wipers Times was poignant, subversive and very funny. Produced literally under enemy fire and defying both authority and gas attacks, the magazine proved a huge success with the troops on the western front. It was, above all, a tribute to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming adversity. In his spare time, Roberts also managed to win the Military Cross for gallantry.
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Director
- Andy de Emmony
- Writers
- Ian Hislop, Nick Newman
- Producers
- David Parfitt, Martin Davidson, Ivan Mactaggart
- Production
- BBC, Trademark Films
Frequently asked questions
What is The Wipers Times rated?
The Wipers Times has an audience rating of 6.3 out of 10 from 24 votes.
Who directed The Wipers Times?
The Wipers Times was directed by Andy de Emmony.
When was The Wipers Times released?
The Wipers Times was released in 2013.
