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    MR. BURTON

    Directed by Marc Evans
    United Kingdom | 124 minutes | U.S. Premiere | World Cinema Now

  

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The origin story of acclaimed actor Richard Burton, from wild Welsh schoolboy Rich Jenkins to the adopted son of English teacher Philip Burton, who helped mold his talent.

film synopsis

This fascinating biopic highlights a central relationship that helped transform wild Welsh schoolboy Rich Jenkins into world-acclaimed actor Richard Burton. The title here actually applies to Port Talbot English teacher Philip Burton (Toby Jones), who recognized his talent for drama and became his legal guardian, and after whom Richard took his surname. Here’s the first chapter in the rags-to-riches origin story of a performer who from an early age had much to overcome.

film details

Director: Marc Evans
Producers: Ed Talfan, Josh Hyams, Hannah Thomas, Trevor Matthews
Screenwriter: Tom Bullough, Josh Hyams
Cinematographers: Stuart Biddlecombe
Editor: Tim Hodges
Music: John E.R. Hardy
Cast: Toby Jones, Lesley Manville, Harry Lawtey
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Year: 2025
Running Time: 124 minutes
Premiere Status: U.S. Premiere
Director Filmography: Snow Cake (2006), Resurrection Man (1998), House of America (1997)
Awards: Cymru Award for Best Sound, BAFTA
Primary Company: Samuel Goldwyn

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