Well I was impressed by the difference between the dull-weather shots (this Fri) and bright-weather shots the other weeks. I think people forget how England in late August/September can look different from its normal self. My guess is that tuning everything to look good in different lighting conditions is sure to be a tough job.
I'd say let room for the critics so long as they're not obstinate or rude.
If I had to pick, I'd say go for a slightly unrealistic dark look purely so that really bright things like the sun and fuel explosions etc. create a dramatic effect. The eye quickly readjusts to a 'look' so long as its consistent.
The point about smoke-blackened buildings and streets is excellent, IMO. I suppose the fact that small towns and large cities use the same buildings would be a problem -- small towns in the country wouldn't suffer as much blackening.
Actual smoke over such a scene in winter time would be very atmospheric -- imagine the St Paul's looming out of the winter haze as you're on the tail of a 109, or on a 'tip and run' lone raid in a Bf-110. Something to look forward to!
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