Making Samuel Beckett's 'Rockaby'
Nov 23, 1983 · 58m
Director
Chris Hegedus, D. A. PennebakerOverview
The filmmakers accompany Alan Schneider, director of the American premieres of most of Beckett's plays, and producer Daniel Labeille to the home of Billie Whitelaw, whom Schneider, ironically, had never met previously, and takes us through the rehearsal process of Beckett's newest play, including the recording of the dialogue, as almost all of it is voiceover. The final fifteen minutes of the film are the premiere performance in its entirety.
Cast of Making Samuel Beckett's 'Rockaby'
Crew of Making Samuel Beckett's 'Rockaby'
About Making Samuel Beckett's 'Rockaby'
What is Making Samuel Beckett's 'Rockaby' about?
The filmmakers accompany Alan Schneider, director of the American premieres of most of Beckett's plays, and producer Daniel Labeille to the home of Billie Whitelaw, whom Schneider, ironically, had never met previously, and takes us through the rehearsal process of Beckett's newest play, including the recording of the dialogue, as almost all of it is voiceover. The final fifteen minutes of the…
When was Making Samuel Beckett's 'Rockaby' released?
Making Samuel Beckett's 'Rockaby' was released on November 23, 1983.
How long is Making Samuel Beckett's 'Rockaby'?
Making Samuel Beckett's 'Rockaby' runs 58 minutes.
Who directed Making Samuel Beckett's 'Rockaby'?
Making Samuel Beckett's 'Rockaby' was directed by Chris Hegedus and D. A. Pennebaker.
Who is in the cast of Making Samuel Beckett's 'Rockaby'?
The cast of Making Samuel Beckett's 'Rockaby' includes Billie Whitelaw (The Actress), Alan Schneider (The Director), Daniel Labeille (The Producer), Esther Kling (The Costume Designer) and Martin Esslin.