Bernard Shaw

Bernard Shaw

1957 · 18 min · Documentary

George Bernard Shaw’s illustrious friends pay tribute to his talents – with anecdotes, artefacts and one-liners.

Directed by Robert Hamer · Written by Jan Read

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