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England, My England (1995)
153 min | Biography, Drama, History

England, My England (1995)

153 min | Biography, Drama, History

In 1960s, a British playwright attempts to reconstruct the life of real life 17th century English composer Henry Purcell even though little is known about him. Purcell's life is reenacted and his music performed.

Director

Tony Palmer

Writers

John Osborne (written by) | Charles Wood (written by)

Producer

Mike Bluett

Cinematographer

Nicholas D. Knowland (as Nic Knowland)

Production Designer

Nigel Talamo

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Updated Dec 25, 1995

Release date

Dec 25, 1995 (United Kingdom)

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44 cast members

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Simon Callow Charles II Charles II See fewer	Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994)
Michael Ball Henry Purcell Henry Purcell See fewer	Les Misérables in Concert: The 25th Anniversary (2010)
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