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.

Country:
Genre:

Documentary

Duration:

135 minutes

Year:

2013

Director:

Tony Palmer

Cast:
Benjamin Britten

Himself

Peter Pears

Himself

Galina Vishnevskaya

Herself

John Culshaw

Himself

Mstislav Rostropovich

Himself

Crew:
Tony Palmer

Editor

Benjamin Britten

Music

Tony Palmer

Director