David
Synopsis
Told with authenticity and perception, David looks back on the life of a school caretaker in a Welsh mining town, from the marriage and birth of his son to the trauma of a pit accident. David was the first film produced by the BFI, in 1951, and the Welsh selection for the same year’s Festival of Britain screenings in London.
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David (1951) - extractOfficial
Type: Clip • Published 2010-11-01
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1952
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Dickson
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul Dickson
- Original Score
- Grace Williams
- Original Title
- David
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, Welsh
- Runtime
- 40m
- Production Studios
- World Wide Pictures, BFI
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Dickson
Paul Dickson
Grace Williams
Catherine Morrison
James Carr
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Dickson
Director
Catherine Morrison
Editor
James Carr
Producer
Paul Dickson
Writer
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What is David about?
Told with authenticity and perception, David looks back on the life of a school caretaker in a Welsh mining town, from the marriage and birth of his son to the trauma of a pit accident. David was the first film produced by the BFI, in 1951, and the Welsh selection for the same year’s Festival of Britain screenings in London.
Who directed David?
David was directed by Paul Dickson.
Who stars in David?
The principal cast of David includes David Rees Griffiths, Rachel Thomas, Gwenyth Petty, Prysor Williams, Ieuan Rhys Williams.
When was David released and how long is it?
David was released in 1951 with a total runtime of 40m.
Who composed the musical score for David?
The original motion picture soundtrack for David was composed by Grace Williams.