The Master Builder
Synopsis
Ibsen's play is the story of Halvard Solness, Master Builder of a town in Norway. Solness is a successful architect but he's afraid of the being surpassed by those younger than himself. The arrival of a young woman called Hilda stirs up memories and feelings with stories of a promise he made her many years ago.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Darlow
- Screenplay & Story
- Henrik Ibsen
- Original Title
- The Master Builder
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 18m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Darlow
Henrik Ibsen
Department Leadership Roster
Henrik Ibsen
Writer
Michael Darlow
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Master Builder
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What is The Master Builder about?
Ibsen's play is the story of Halvard Solness, Master Builder of a town in Norway. Solness is a successful architect but he's afraid of the being surpassed by those younger than himself. The arrival of a young woman called Hilda stirs up memories and feelings with stories of a promise he made her many years ago.
Who directed The Master Builder?
The Master Builder was directed by Michael Darlow.
Who stars in The Master Builder?
The principal cast of The Master Builder includes Pamela Binns, Donald Churchill, Miranda Richardson, Jane Lapotaire, Leo McKern.
When was The Master Builder released and how long is it?
The Master Builder was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 2h 18m.