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J'accuse: Laurence Olivier
J'accuse: Laurence Olivier

J'ACCUSE: LAURENCE OLIVIER

Directed by Jeff Morgan
United Kingdom, 1992
Documentary, Biography, Short

Synopsis

Russell Davies questions Laurence Olivier’s position as the pre-eminent actor of our times. In an empty Old Vic theatre Davies recounts the rise to fame of Olivier in the 30s and 40s, acknowledges that he was an important figure, but one that fell short in his craft.

Synopsis

Russell Davies questions Laurence Olivier’s position as the pre-eminent actor of our times. In an empty Old Vic theatre Davies recounts the rise to fame of Olivier in the 30s and 40s, acknowledges that he was an important figure, but one that fell short in his craft.