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.
Released: May 24, 2013
Runtime: 104 minutes
Genre: Documentary, Drama, Music
Stars: John Hurt, Alex Lawther, Mykola Allen, Bradley Hall, Jeremy Lloyd, Jake Mann
Crew: Eileen Aldous (Art Direction), Katja Mordaunt (Producer), Chris Ashton (Sound Editor), Bennet Maples (Supervising Sound Editor), Ray Gotts (Editor), Roger Bonnici (Director of Photography)