Everyone seems to have forgotten the 1930's version of the Four Feathers, by the Korda brothers.
I think four versions have been made since the 1920's. I haven't seen the earlier version, but don't waste your time on the 1970's or the 1990's/2000's versions.
The one I recommend was filmed on original locations with either participants or the sons of participants. The technical consultants were accredited participants. The British side used all original uniforms and kit, and the Sudanese were shown as the were, original weapons and colorful clothing and no "costumes" designed by a costume designer. There was no artistic license taken by the director.
It shows the Sudan Campaign of the 1890's. In interviews with the cast, the battle scenes were so ferocious that the Western actors in some cases thought they were going to get torn apart.
In the last five or ten years it's become readily available again.
Lush photography, accuracy in the depiction of large scale attacks pre CG, cast of thousands, literally, and weapons galore!
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