Holst: In the Bleak Midwinter
Originally released in 2011. Holst: In the Bleak Midwinter is a documentary/music film. directed by Tony Palmer. With a runtime of 2h 17m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Imogen Holst and Gustav Holst
Synopsis
The great composer of The Planets, Gustav Holst also taught himself Sanskrit, lived in a street of brothels in Algiers, cycled into the Sahara Desert, and allied himself during the First World War with a ‘red priest' who pinned on the door of his church "prayers at noon for the victims of Imperial Aggression". He hated the words used to his most famous tune "I Vow to Thee My Country" because it was the opposite of what he believed, and died before the age of 60 - broken and disillusioned.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 12, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
2h 17m
137 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Isolde Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holst: In the Bleak Midwinter about?
The great composer of The Planets, Gustav Holst also taught himself Sanskrit, lived in a street of brothels in Algiers, cycled into the Sahara Desert, and allied himself during the First World War ...
Who directed Holst: In the Bleak Midwinter?
Holst: In the Bleak Midwinter was directed by Tony Palmer.
How long is Holst: In the Bleak Midwinter?
Holst: In the Bleak Midwinter has a runtime of 2 hours and 17 minutes (137 minutes total).
When was Holst: In the Bleak Midwinter released?
Holst: In the Bleak Midwinter was released on April 12, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Holst: In the Bleak Midwinter?
The main cast of Holst: In the Bleak Midwinter includes Imogen Holst, Gustav Holst.