Benjamin Britten: A Time There Was...
Tony Palmer's absorbing documentary is an in-depth look at the prolific and controversial British composer Benjamin Britten. Showing musical gifts early in life, Britten became a talented composer, pianist and conductor. Featuring pieces from 'The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra', operas including 'The Turn of the Screw', 'Billy Budd' and 'Death in Venice', "Tony Palmer proves once again he is a deeply intuitive, caring and thoughtful filmmaker, second to none. This was a loving portrait of a most remarkable and gifted man." Martin Jackson - The Daily Mail
Year: 2006
Genre: Documentaries, Performing Arts, General Docos, Biography
Country: UK
Director: Tony Palmer
Starring: Benjamin Britten
Duration: 103 Minutes
Rating: G
6.9/10
Location in store: Performing Arts
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