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National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage

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Two young people and their dæmons, with everything at stake, find themselves at the centre of a terrifying manhunt. In their care is a tiny child called Lyra Belacqua, and in that child lies the fate of the future. And as the waters rise around them, powerful adversaries conspire for mastery of Dust: salvation to some, the source of infinite corruption to others.

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The Book of Dust - La Belle Sauvage: Official Trailer | National Theatre LiveOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2022-01-19

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Matthew Amos, Tim Van Someren
Screenplay & Story
Bryony Lavery, Philip Pullman
Original Score
Grant Olding
Original Title
National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
Latin, English
Runtime
2h 52m
Production Studios
National Theatre, Bridge Theatre

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Matthew Amos, Tim Van Someren

Screenplay & Story

Bryony Lavery, Philip Pullman

Original Score & Music

Grant Olding

Film Editing

John Maloney

Producers

Philip Horton, Ollie Gardner

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Philip Pullman

Department Leadership Roster

Matthew Amos

Director

Tim Van Someren

Tim Van Someren

Director

Philip Horton

Producer

Ollie Gardner

Producer

John Maloney

Editor

Bob Crowley

Bob Crowley

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)12A

12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.

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What is National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage about?

Two young people and their dæmons, with everything at stake, find themselves at the centre of a terrifying manhunt. In their care is a tiny child called Lyra Belacqua, and in that child lies the fate of the future. And as the waters rise around them, powerful adversaries conspire for mastery of Dust: salvation to some, the source of infinite corruption to others.

Who directed National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage?

National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage was directed by Matthew Amos, Tim Van Someren.

Who stars in National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage?

The principal cast of National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage includes Julie Atherton, Holly Atkins, Wendy Mae Brown, Pip Carter, Samuel Creasey.

When was National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage released and how long is it?

National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 2h 52m.

Who composed the musical score for National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage?

The original motion picture soundtrack for National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage was composed by Grant Olding.

Is National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage based on a book or true story?

National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Philip Pullman".

What is the age rating and content advisory for National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage?

National Theatre Live: The Book of Dust — La Belle Sauvage holds official age classifications: GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.).