Laurence Olivier

Synopsis

Made in 1982, this two-part film special records the only time Laurence Olivier (1907-89) talked openly for television about a life filled with incident and romance both on and off the stage and screen. His life-story is richly illustrated with film clips and archive material, and there are contributions from friends, including Peggy Ashcroft, Douglas Fairbanks Jnr., John Gielgud, Ralph Richardson, John Osborne, and his wife, the actress Joan Plowright.

Additional Info

• No: R0059
• Production year: 1984
• Run time: 01:19:00
• Director: Bob Bee
• Producers: RM Arts/LWT South Bank Show
• Format: HDTV