Summary A biographical production about William Walton, a prominent 20th century British composer, featuring segments from nearly two dozen of his most famous works, including "Belshazzar's Feast" and "Crown Imperial" (written for the coronation of King George VI). It also features selections from scores for Sir Laurence Olivier's productions of Shakespeare's Richard III, Hamlet, and Henry V.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Ian McKellen Melvyn Bragg Victoria Wood David Hockney
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Apr 18, 1981
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Language : English
Filming locations : England, UK
Production companies : London Weekend Television (LWT)
Summary A biographical production about William Walton, a prominent 20th century British composer, featuring segments from nearly two dozen of his most famous works, including "Belshazzar's Feast" and "Crown Imperial" (written for the coronation of King George VI). It also features selections from scores for Sir Laurence Olivier's productions of Shakespeare's Richard III, Hamlet, and Henry V.
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Apr 18, 1981
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Language : English
Filming locations : England, UK
Production companies : London Weekend Television (LWT)