Rent British Legends of Stage and Screen (2012)
3.9 of 5 from 47 ratings
6h 0min
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- Synopsis:
In the 1950s Britain emerged from the gloom of its post-war austerity and enjoyed an explosion of new, acting talent that was unique to this period of social upheaval. Gaining their experience through an established network of repertory theatres, RADA and the new National Theatre established by Sir Laurence Olivier at the Old Vic, many of those who would go on to become acting legends experienced their first exposure on stage and screen as part of the British Free Cinema movement. This critically acclaimed television series features intimate, Face to Face interviews with the generation who redefined the experience of theatre, cinema and television for the British public. Each interview showcases memorable films and archive of the artists, interspersed with intimate reflections on their careers. - Actors:
- Claire Bloom, Michael Gambon, Glenda Jackson, Derek Jacobi, Christopher Lee, Sue MacGregor, Ian McKellen, Diana Rigg, Michael York
- Directors:
- Anthony Fabian
- Producers:
- John Dunworth, Anthony Fabian
- Studio:
- Odeon Entertainment
- Genres:
- British TV, TV Documentaries
