Andrew Scott Discusses Playing D-Day Meteorologist in New WW2 Thriller 'Pressure'
The actor says he approached the role of James Stagg, the meteorologist whose forecasts helped determine the timing of the D-Day landings, as portraying an 'unsung hero' of the Second World War.
Actor Andrew Scott has spoken about his approach to portraying James Stagg, a meteorologist whose weather forecasting played a critical role in the success of the D-Day landings during the Second World War, according to the BBC.
Scott takes on the role of Stagg in the WW2 thriller "Pressure," in which the meteorologist is depicted as having a "chilly" demeanor, the BBC reported.
According to the BBC's report, Scott described Stagg as an "unsung hero" of the war effort, reflecting on how he prepared to bring the historical figure to life on screen.
Stagg served as the chief meteorological adviser for the Allied invasion of Normandy in June 1944. His forecasts were instrumental in determining the timing of the landings, an operation widely regarded as a turning point in the war.
The BBC's report does not provide further details on the film's release date or other cast members.
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- Andrew Scott feels the Pressure as 'unsung hero' in WW2 thriller — BBC Entertainment & Arts
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