Britten: Nocturne (movie)

Britten: Nocturne (movie)

  • Production country: GB
  • Producer: Tony Palmer
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release date: 12/3/2013
  • Run time: 135 min.

Movie description

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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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

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Mstislav Rostropovich

Mstislav Rostropovich

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