Dylan Thomas
Synopsis
An atmospheric tribute to the genius of Welsh poet and dramatist Dylan Thomas, using many of the windswept locations where Thomas himself grew up and found his inspiration. The film is hosted/presented by Richard Burton, Thomas's friend, who narrates the story and appears from time to time amidst the Welsh landscape. Burton had already appeared in Douglas Cleverdon's acclaimed BBC radio dramatization of Thomas's 'play for voices' Under Milk Wood in the 1950s and, in the early Seventies, would appear in director Andrew Sinclair's film version as First Voice. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation and National Screen and Sound Archive of Wales in 2000.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 6, 1963
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Howells
- Original Score
- Edward Williams
- Original Title
- Dylan Thomas
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Howells
Edward Williams
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Howells
Director
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What is Dylan Thomas about?
An atmospheric tribute to the genius of Welsh poet and dramatist Dylan Thomas, using many of the windswept locations where Thomas himself grew up and found his inspiration. The film is hosted/presented by Richard Burton, Thomas's friend, who narrates the story and appears from time to time amidst the Welsh landscape. Burton had already appeared in Douglas Cleverdon's acclaimed BBC radio dramatization of Thomas's 'play for voices' Under Milk Wood in the 1950s and, in the early Seventies, would appear in director Andrew Sinclair's film version as First Voice. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation and National Screen and Sound Archive of Wales in 2000.
Who directed Dylan Thomas?
Dylan Thomas was directed by Jack Howells.
Who stars in Dylan Thomas?
The principal cast of Dylan Thomas includes Richard Burton.
When was Dylan Thomas released and how long is it?
Dylan Thomas was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Dylan Thomas?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dylan Thomas was composed by Edward Williams.