Elgar

Elgar

1962 · 56 min · ★ 7.0 · Drama, Documentary, Music, TV Movie

An astonishing documentary of the life of classical composer Sir Edward Elgar. This partly dramatised account is remarkable for its sensitive portrayal of the rise of a young musician from an underprivileged background to international fame.

Directed by Ken Russell · Written by Ken Russell

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