Britten's Endgame
Jan 01, 2015 · 2h
Director
John BridcutOverview
To mark the centenary of Benjamin Britten's birth, Britten’s Endgame explores the composer's creativity in the face of death. Those closest to him watched anxiously as he raced to complete his final opera, Death in Venice, in defiance of medical advice, tackling an edgy subject with many resonances in his own life. His eventual heart operation left him incapacitated and prematurely old and frail, yet somehow he rediscovered his creative urge to produce two late masterpieces. This is a rich and poignant film about Britten’s final years, and the impact of what Peter Pears called 'an evil opera'.
Cast of Britten's Endgame
Crew of Britten's Endgame
About Britten's Endgame
What is Britten's Endgame about?
To mark the centenary of Benjamin Britten's birth, Britten’s Endgame explores the composer's creativity in the face of death. Those closest to him watched anxiously as he raced to complete his final opera, Death in Venice, in defiance of medical advice, tackling an edgy subject with many resonances in his own life. His eventual heart operation left him incapacitated and prematurely old and…
When was Britten's Endgame released?
Britten's Endgame was released on January 1, 2015.
How long is Britten's Endgame?
Britten's Endgame runs 2 hours (120 minutes).
Who directed Britten's Endgame?
Britten's Endgame was directed by John Bridcut.
Who is in the cast of Britten's Endgame?
The cast of Britten's Endgame includes John Bridcut (Narrator).