Britten: Nocturne

Britten: Nocturne (2013)

Tony Palmer's 100th Anniversary about Benjamin Britten

  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2013-12-03
  • Runtime: 2h 15min
  • Language: English
  • Director: Tony Palmer

Summary

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

    as Himself

  • Peter Pears

    as Himself

  • Galina Vishnevskaya

    as Herself

  • John Culshaw

    as Himself

  • Mstislav Rostropovich

    as Himself

  • Peter Sellars

    as Himself
Directing Tony Palmer Director
Editing Tony Palmer Editor
Sound Benjamin Britten Music

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