Benjamin Britten on Camera
Storyline
BBC documentary exploring the dynamic relationship that developed between British composer Benjamin Britten and the BBC as they worked together to broadcast modern classical music further and wider. Through this collaboration, Britten's music reached television audiences, from elaborately staged studio operas to intimate duets featuring his partner Peter Pears to the massive Proms performance of his War Requiem. The programme features interviews with Britten's collaborators and singers as well as those working behind the scenes including Michael Crawford, David Attenborough, Humphrey Burton and soprano April Cantelo. James Naughtie narrates.
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Cast & Crew
Benjamin Britten
Self (Archive Footage)
Peter Pears
Self (Archive Footage)
Joan Cross
Self (Archive Footage)
Eric Crozier
Self (Archive Footage)
E.M. Forster
Self (Archive Footage)
John Culshaw
Self (Archive Footage)
James Blades
Self (Archive Footage)
Humphrey Burton
Self
April Cantelo
Self
Michael Crawford
Self
Deborah Bull
Self
Maggie Cotton
Self
Frequently Asked Questions
Benjamin Britten on Camera was released on November 16, 2013.
The runtime of Benjamin Britten on Camera is 59m.
Benjamin Britten on Camera is a Documentary, Music movie.
Benjamin Britten on Camera is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Benjamin Britten on Camera was directed by Andy King-Dabbs.
The main cast of Benjamin Britten on Camera includes Benjamin Britten, Peter Pears, Joan Cross.
Benjamin Britten on Camera is originally in English.