Elgar
Synopsis
An astonishing documentary of the life of classical composer Sir Edward Elgar. This partly dramatised account is remarkable for its sensitive portrayal of the rise of a young musician from an underprivileged background to international fame.
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- Director
- Ken Russell
- Screenplay & Story
- Ken Russell
- Original Title
- Elgar
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 56m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ken Russell
Ken Russell
Humphrey Burton
Department Leadership Roster
Ken Russell
Director
Humphrey Burton
Producer
Ken Russell
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Elgar
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What is Elgar about?
An astonishing documentary of the life of classical composer Sir Edward Elgar. This partly dramatised account is remarkable for its sensitive portrayal of the rise of a young musician from an underprivileged background to international fame.
Who directed Elgar?
Elgar was directed by Ken Russell.
Who stars in Elgar?
The principal cast of Elgar includes Huw Wheldon, Peter Brett, Rowena Gregory, George McGrath.
When was Elgar released and how long is it?
Elgar was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 56m.