Benjamin Britten: Peace and Conflict

Name: Benjamin Britten: Peace and Conflict
Genre: Documentary, Drama, Music
Released: 2013-05-24
Duration: 104 min
Rating: 5.5
Cast: John Hurt, Alex Lawther, Mykola Allen, Bradley Hall, Jeremy Lloyd

5.5 (1)2013-05-241h 44m

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Overview

A feature film about Benjamin Britten, released as part of the 100 year celebrations of his birth. Britten is the most performed British composer worldwide. This film premiered at Gresham's School, which he attended, and focuses on how his life-long pacifism influenced his life and music. Written and directed by Tony Britten (In Love With Alama Cogan), narrated by John Hurt and with a superb cast of young people, including many supporting roles taken by students of Gresham's School, the film weaves dramatisation with a documentary narrative.