CinemaOSMovie · 1990 · 0h 47m

The Return of the Green Man

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Since ancient times, the Green Man has been one of the most mysterious and menacing of mythical characters. He also has a familiar face as Robin Hood, Jack in the Green and on numerous pub signs. Across the arts from comic strips to classical opera, the Green Man is now making a comeback. Where is he taking us? Writer Sir Kingsley Amis, film director John Boorman, composer Sir Harrison Birtwistle and other leading artists offer their interpretations of the mystery in this Omnibus documentary film from 16th November, 1990.

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 47m
Language
EN
Released
November 16, 1990
Studios
BBC

Featuring

Cast & crew

10 credited
Starring
Colin Welland

Colin Welland

Narrator

Pat Mills

Self

Kingsley Amis

Self

John Boorman

John Boorman

Self

Richard DeMarco

Self

Susan Clifford

Self

Simon Bisley

Self

Harrison Birtwistle

Self

John Craxton

Self

William Anderson

Self

Creative team
Produced by
Julian Henriques
Andrew Snell

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