Tony Britten

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Tony Britten

Tony Britten is a British composer, best known for adapting the music and writing the text of the UEFA Champions League Anthem. He has also directed a number of films, including a documentary about his unrelated namesake, Benjamin Britten: Peace and Conflict (2013).

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WetherbyWetherby · 1985
Wetherby
★ 6.01985
MovieDramaMystery
The mysterious death of an enigmatic young man newly arrived in the suburb of Wetherby releases the long-repressed, dark passions of some of its residents.
Benjamin Britten: Peace and ConflictBenjamin Britten: Peace and Conflict · 2013
Benjamin Britten: Peace and Conflict
★ 5.52013
MovieDocumentaryDrama
A feature film about Benjamin Britten, released as part of the 100 year celebrations of his birth. Britten is the most performed British composer worldwide. This film premiered at Gresham's School, which he attended, and focuses on how his life-long pacifism influenced his life and music. Written and directed by Tony Britten (In Love With Alama Cogan), narrated by John Hurt and with a superb cast of young people, including many supporting roles taken by students of Gresham's School, the film weaves dramatisation with a documentary narrative.
In Love with Alma CoganIn Love with Alma Cogan · 2011
In Love with Alma Cogan
★ 7.02011
MovieComedyDrama
The film revolves around, Norman, a world-weary manager of a pier theatre in a seaside resort. Norman has worked in the theatre for all of his life, but will not accept that the local council, which own the theatre are planning to install more commercial management in an attempt to boost audience numbers. As the story unfolds he realises it may be time to move on and put behind him the ghost of 50s & 60s singer Alma Cogan, who performed at the theatre many years ago. Sandra, his devoted long-suffering assistant and Norman decide to leave the theatre to fulfill her dream of being a professional singer and unexpectedly enjoying a late blossoming romance. From Wikipedia.
The Adventures of MoleThe Adventures of Mole · 1995
The Adventures of Mole
★ 7.51995
MovieAnimationFamily
Mole decides it's time for an adventure! It isn't long before he discovers all the fun and thrills of the riverbank in the company of his new found friend, Rat.
The Adventures of ToadThe Adventures of Toad · 1996
The Adventures of Toad
1996
MovieAnimationFamily
Toad's life is just one big adventure! His latest and greatest hobby is racing around the countryside in his new motor car getting into all sorts of trouble. Meanwhile, his wonderful home, Toad Hall, has been taken over by the wicked weasels and ferrets. It's now up to Toad and his riverbank friends to embark on the biggest adventure of all - the Great Battle of Toad Hall!
GrushkoGrushko · 1994
Grushko
★ 7.51994
MovieCrimeThriller
A restaurant is fire-bombed, a TV journalist and a member of a local mafia are murdered, and a valuable statuette is stolen. Yevgeni Grushko is Head of the Mafia Investigations Division of the local police force, facing new challenges as the internicine gang rivalries escalate towards war on the streets.
Draw on Sweet NightDraw on Sweet Night · 2015
Draw on Sweet Night
2015
MovieDrama
Composer John Wilbye spent his entire working life in the employ of Sir and Lady Kytson at Hengrave Hall in Suffolk. Unusually, after his second book of Madrigals was published in 1609 it appears he did not compose again despite being kept on at the house by Lady Kytson until her death in 1628. Draw On Sweet Night examines this mystery in a sumptuous costume drama, produced in collaboration with renowned vocal group I Fagiolini.
John Craxton: A Life of GiftsJohn Craxton: A Life of Gifts · 2023
John Craxton: A Life of Gifts
2023
MovieDocumentary
Discover the extraordinary life and art of John Craxton in this captivating documentary feature. From early success with Lucian Freud to his vibrant years in Greece and Crete, Craxton’s bold, colorful paintings mirrored his passionate personal life and relationships with icons like Lee Miller and Margot Fonteyn. This film unveils how his artistic genius and unconventional lifestyle cemented his legacy as one of the most celebrated English artists of the 20th century.

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