Summary This drama documentary for cinema explores the pacifism that was such a powerful influence on composer Benjamin Britten's life and work. The story begins in 1929 at Gresham's School in Norfolk, England. Our young actors take us into a world where social and political issues are actively addressed and young Ben Britten's hatred of all things militaristic is formed. As we explore the music that illustrated that hatred throughout his life, illustrated by new performances and unique observations from experts and friends, we frequently return to dramatic interludes at Gresham's, which cement the narrative - spoken by legendary actor John Hurt. The transcendent music of the War Requiem accompanies the climax of the film, before we return to Gresham's School 2012. View more details
Directed : Tony Britten
Written : Tony Britten
Stars : John Hurt Joseph Horovitz Simon Kinder Sue Phipps
Genres : Drama War Biography Music
Release date : Jan 31, 2013
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Official sites : Official site
Language : English
Filming locations : Gresham's School, Holt, Norfolk, England, UK
Production companies : Capriol Films
Summary This drama documentary for cinema explores the pacifism that was such a powerful influence on composer Benjamin Britten's life and work. The story begins in 1929 at Gresham's School in Norfolk, England. Our young actors take us into a world where social and political issues are actively addressed and young Ben Britten's hatred of all things militaristic is formed. As we explore the music that illustrated that hatred throughout his life, illustrated by new performances and unique observations from experts and friends, we frequently return to dramatic interludes at Gresham's, which cement the narrative - spoken by legendary actor John Hurt. The transcendent music of the War Requiem accompanies the climax of the film, before we return to Gresham's School 2012. View more details
Genres : Drama War Biography Music
Release date : Jan 31, 2013
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Official sites : Official site
Language : English
Filming locations : Gresham's School, Holt, Norfolk, England, UK
Production companies : Capriol Films
