| Description |
1 DVD (approximately 78 min.) : sound, color with black and white sequences ; 4 3/4 in. |
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optical |
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stereo |
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LPCM |
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NTSC |
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video file |
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DVD video |
| System Details |
DVD-9; LPCM stereo.; widescreen; aspect ratio 16:9; NTSC; region free. |
| Credits |
Editor, Jake Martin ; executive producers, Nicolas Kent, Vanessa Phillips ; commissioning editor, Jan Younghusband. |
| Note |
Originally produced as a motion picture in 2001. |
| Summary |
This documentary takes a look at the life of British composer Benjamin Britten, as told by friends, relatives and associates. The film focuses on his personal relationships, particularly those with tenor Peter Pears and author W.H. Auden. Additionally, three of his most important works, his operas Peter Grimes and Death in Venice, and the War requiem, are discussed in detail within the context of his personal life. |
| Contents |
Pt. 1. Peter Grimes -- pt. 2. War requiem -- pt. 3. Death in Venice. |
| Language |
Soundtrack in English; with optional French and German subtitles. |
| Subject |
Britten, Benjamin, 1913-1976.
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Britten, Benjamin, 1913-1976. |
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Pears, Peter, 1910-1986.
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Pears, Peter, 1910-1986. |
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Composers -- England -- Biography.
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Composers. |
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England. |
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Biographies.
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Gay musicians -- England -- Biography.
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Gay musicians. |
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Biographical films.
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Biographical films.
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Documentary films.
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Documentary films.
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Nonfiction films.
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Nonfiction films.
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Video recordings.
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Video recordings.
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Biographies.
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| Added Author |
Griffiths, Teresa, producer, director.
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Channel Four (Great Britain)
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Reiner Moritz Associates.
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Oxford Film and Television.
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EMI (Firm)
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| Added Title |
Hidden heart : a love story in three pieces |
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Title on container: Hidden heart : a life of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears |
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Life of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears |
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Love story in three pieces |
| Music No. |
50999 2 16571 9 1 EMI Classics |
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2 16571 9 EMI Classics |
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