The Burning
Originally released in 1968. The Burning is a drama film. directed by Stephen Frears. At just 32 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gwen Ffrangcon Davies, Isobel Muller, and Maxine Day
Synopsis
The Burning is Stephen Frears’ first film, a chilling exploration of racial tensions in Apartheid-era South Africa. On a sweltering summer’ day, a wealthy white matriarch insists on taking her household on a planned trip to the country, in spite of their urgent warnings that an uprising is underway.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 1, 1968
57 years ago
Runtime
0h 32m
32 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Memorial Enterprises
- BFI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Burning about?
The Burning is Stephen Frears’ first film, a chilling exploration of racial tensions in Apartheid-era South Africa. On a sweltering summer’ day, a wealthy white matriarch insists on taking her ...
Who directed The Burning?
The Burning was directed by Stephen Frears.
How long is The Burning?
The Burning has a runtime of 0 hours and 32 minutes (32 minutes total).
When was The Burning released?
The Burning was released on July 1, 1968 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Burning?
The main cast of The Burning includes Gwen Ffrangcon Davies, Isobel Muller, Maxine Day, Cosmo Pieterse, Mark Baillie.