While I Live
Synopsis
In 1922, young pianist and composer Olwen Trevelyan, troubled and sleepless over her inability to finish the final notes of her composition, falls to her death from the cliffs of Cornwall. 25 years on, Olwen has gained posthumous fame as a result of her tragic death and her haunting uncompleted composition 'The Dream of Olwen'. Her reclusive sister Julia (Sonia Dresdel), who has never come to terms with Olwen's death, becomes convinced that Olwen has returned when she meets an amnesiac woman who looks like her.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Harlow
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Bell, John Harlow, Doreen Montgomery
- Original Score
- Charles Williams
- Original Title
- While I Live
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Edward Dryhurst Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Harlow
Robert Bell, John Harlow, Doreen Montgomery
Charles Williams
Freddie Young
Raymond Poulton
Edward Dryhurst
Department Leadership Roster
John Harlow
Director
John Harlow
Writer
Doreen Montgomery
Writer
Edward Dryhurst
Producer
Raymond Poulton
Editor
Freddie Young
Director of Photography
Charles Williams
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About While I Live
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What is While I Live about?
In 1922, young pianist and composer Olwen Trevelyan, troubled and sleepless over her inability to finish the final notes of her composition, falls to her death from the cliffs of Cornwall. 25 years on, Olwen has gained posthumous fame as a result of her tragic death and her haunting uncompleted composition 'The Dream of Olwen'. Her reclusive sister Julia (Sonia Dresdel), who has never come to terms with Olwen's death, becomes convinced that Olwen has returned when she meets an amnesiac woman who looks like her.
Who directed While I Live?
While I Live was directed by John Harlow.
Who stars in While I Live?
The principal cast of While I Live includes Sonia Dresdel, Carol Raye, Tom Walls, Patricia Burke, Clifford Evans.
When was While I Live released and how long is it?
While I Live was released in 1947 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for While I Live?
The original motion picture soundtrack for While I Live was composed by Charles Williams.