Britten: Nocturne

Britten: Nocturne

135 mins | Documentary | Dec. 3, 2013

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.

Britten: Nocturne

135 mins | Documentary | Dec. 3, 2013

Britten: Nocturne
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.
Producers
Original title Britten: Nocturne
Directors Tony Palmer
Writers

Cast

Benjamin Britten

as Himself

Peter Pears

as Himself

Galina Vishnevskaya

as Herself

John Culshaw

as Himself

Peter Sellars

as Himself