The Return of the Green Man
1990•47m•Released
Documentary
Since ancient times, the Green Man has been one of the most mysterious and menacing of mythical characters. He also has a familiar face as Robin Hood, Jack in the Green and on numerous pub signs. Across the arts from comic strips to classical opera, the Green Man is now making a comeback. Where is he taking us? Writer Sir Kingsley Amis, film director John Boorman, composer Sir Harrison Birtwistle and other leading artists offer their interpretations of the mystery in this Omnibus documentary film from 16th November, 1990.
Languages
English
Studio
BBC
Cast
Colin Welland
Narrator
Pat Mills
Self
Kingsley Amis
Self
John Boorman
Self
Richard DeMarco
Self
Susan Clifford
Self
Simon Bisley
Self
Harrison Birtwistle
Self
John Craxton
Self
William Anderson
Self
Production
Company
BBC
Producer
Julian Henriques
Producer
Andrew Snell
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