The Hidden Heart: A Life of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears (2009)
A biographical documentary that profiles composer-pianist Benjamin Britten (1913-1976). Still widely regarded as one of the most astonishing musical talents in British history, Britten drew many a comparison to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart; he enjoyed his most prolific relationship, on both professional/creative and personal/romantic levels, with vocalist Peter Pears, for whom Britten created many of the central roles in his operas. Griffiths' film explores three of Britten's foremost works, +Peter Grimes, +Death in Venice, and +War Requiem, while touching on the professional and personal nuances of the men's relationship.
Director: Teresa Griffiths
Runtime: 78 min
Release Date: February 10, 2009
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Language: English
Original Language: en
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- What is The Hidden Heart: A Life of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears about?
- A biographical documentary that profiles composer-pianist Benjamin Britten (1913-1976). Still widely regarded as one of the most astonishing musical talents in British history, Britten drew many a comparison to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart; he enjoyed his most prolific relationship, on both professional/creative and personal/romantic levels, with vocalist Peter Pears, for whom Britten created many of the central roles in his operas. Griffiths' film explores three of Britten's foremost works, +Peter Grimes, +Death in Venice, and +War Requiem, while touching on the professional and personal nuances of the men's relationship.
- Who directed The Hidden Heart: A Life of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears?
- The Hidden Heart: A Life of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears was directed by Teresa Griffiths.
- Who stars in The Hidden Heart: A Life of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears?
- The Hidden Heart: A Life of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears stars Peter Pears.
- How long is The Hidden Heart: A Life of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears?
- The Hidden Heart: A Life of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears has a runtime of 1h 18m (78 minutes).