Britten: Nocturne

Britten: Nocturne(2013)

12/03/2013 (US)Documentary2h 15m
NR

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

Overview

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.

Tony Palmer

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Benjamin Britten

Benjamin Britten

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Peter Pears

Peter Pears

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Galina Vishnevskaya

Galina Vishnevskaya

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John Culshaw

John Culshaw

Himself

Mstislav Rostropovich

Mstislav Rostropovich

Himself

Peter Sellars

Peter Sellars

Himself

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