

McKellen: Playing the Part
Built upon a 14 hour interview, McKellen: Playing the Part is a unique journey through the key landmarks of McKellen's life, from early childhood into a demanding career that placed him in the public eye for the best part of his lifetime. Using an abundance of photography from McKellen's private albums and cinematically reconstructed scenes, a raw talent shines through in the intensity, variety and devotion to that moment in the light.
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McKellen: Playing the Part
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
May 25, 2018
Runtime
1h 32m
Genres
Documentary, History
User Score
72%
Original Title
McKellen: Playing the Part
Production Companies
Great Point Media, B Good Picture Company, Ugly Duckling Films, Surreal Films
Director
Joe Stephenson
Description
Built upon a 14 hour interview, McKellen: Playing the Part is a unique journey through the key landmarks of McKellen's life, from early childhood into a demanding career that placed him in the public eye for the best part of his lifetime. Using an abundance of photography from McKellen's private albums and cinematically reconstructed scenes, a raw talent shines through in the intensity, variety and devotion to that moment in the light.