Britten: Nocturne

Britten: Nocturne

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2013-12-03

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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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.

Released

2013-12-03

Runtime

135

Director

Tony Palmer

Budget

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Revenue

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Genres

Documentary

Language

English

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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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    Peter Sellars

    Peter Sellars