CinemaOSMovie · 2018 · 1h 32m

McKellen: Playing the Part

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Built upon a 14 hour interview, McKellen: Playing the Part is a unique journey through the key landmarks of McKellen's life, from early childhood into a demanding career that placed him in the public eye for the best part of his lifetime. Using an abundance of photography from McKellen's private albums and cinematically reconstructed scenes, a raw talent shines through in the intensity, variety and devotion to that moment in the light.

Directed byJoe Stephenson

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 32m
Language
EN
Released
May 25, 2018
Studios
Great Point MediaB Good Picture CompanyUgly Duckling Films

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McKellen Playing the Part | UK trailer

McKellen Playing the Part | UK trailer

Featuring

Cast & crew

7 credited
Starring
Ian McKellen

Ian McKellen

Self

Scott Chambers

Scott Chambers

Ian McKellen

Luke Evans

Luke Evans

Milo Parker

Milo Parker

Young Ian McKellen

Adam Brown

Adam Brown

Frances Barber

Frances Barber

Penny Clapcott

Her Majesty's Smallest Subject

Creative team
Directed by
Joe Stephenson
Joe Stephenson
Produced by
Lene Bausager
Lene Bausager
Mark Birmingham

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