
Henryk Górecki: The Symphony of Sorrowful Songs
“A witness and a warning”
Synopsis
This emotional film by the award-winning director Tony Palmer includes a performance of the “Third Symphony” by The London Sinfonietta alongside powerful footage of Górecki at Auschwitz and Birkenau.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Tony Palmer
- Original Title
- Henryk Górecki: The Symphony of Sorrowful Songs
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 53m
- Production Studios
- Isolde Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tony Palmer
Department Leadership Roster
Tony Palmer
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Henryk Górecki: The Symphony of Sorrowful Songs.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Henryk Górecki: The Symphony of Sorrowful Songs
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Henryk Górecki: The Symphony of Sorrowful Songs about?
This emotional film by the award-winning director Tony Palmer includes a performance of the “Third Symphony” by The London Sinfonietta alongside powerful footage of Górecki at Auschwitz and Birkenau.
Who directed Henryk Górecki: The Symphony of Sorrowful Songs?
Henryk Górecki: The Symphony of Sorrowful Songs was directed by Tony Palmer.
Who stars in Henryk Górecki: The Symphony of Sorrowful Songs?
The principal cast of Henryk Górecki: The Symphony of Sorrowful Songs includes Henryk Mikolaj Gorecki.
When was Henryk Górecki: The Symphony of Sorrowful Songs released and how long is it?
Henryk Górecki: The Symphony of Sorrowful Songs was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 53m.
