GB / US
2016
1hr 44mins
Dir: Michael Grandage
Starring: Colin Firth and Nicole Kidman
A chronicle of Max Perkins’ time as the book editor at Schribner, where he oversaw works by many famous authors
This biographical drama was based on the 1978 book Max Perkins: Editor of Genius by Andrew Scott Berg. During proceedings, the engine shed at the Didcot Railway Centre masquerades as New York Central with ex-GWR 4300 Class 2-8-0 No.5322 appearing on a train. There is also a notable on-screen appearence of GWR Steam Rail Motor No.93 with Auto Trailer No.92.