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Britten: Nocturne
Britten: Nocturne
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Britten: Nocturne

2013
2h 15m
Documentary

Status

Released

Release

2013

Runtime

2h 15m

Storyline

"Tony Palmer's 100th Anniversary about Benjamin Britten"

Tony Palmer directs this documentary exploring the life and work of the celebrated English composer, conductor and pianist. Britten is particularly well known for his operas, which include 'Peter Grimes' and 'Death in Venice'. Palmer discusses the life experiences that influenced Britten's work, such as the turmoil of World War II, which horrified his pacifistic nature, and reflects on the role of an artist in such troubled times.

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Details

Status
Released
Runtime
2h 15m
Dec 3, 2013
Languages
English
Director
Tony Palmer
Tony Palmer

Top Cast

6 Cast Members

Benjamin Britten

Benjamin Britten

Himself

Peter Pears

Peter Pears

Himself

Galina Vishnevskaya

Galina Vishnevskaya

Herself

John Culshaw

Himself

Mstislav Rostropovich

Mstislav Rostropovich

Himself

Peter Sellars

Peter Sellars

Himself

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