Mr Burton | Discover The Story Of Richard Burton In His Centenary Year With The Official Trailer
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Toby Jones, Harry Lawtey and Lesley Manville star in Mr Burton, the origin story of the great Richard Burton. Check out the trailer here.
Icon Film Distribution presents Mr Burton in UK cinemas from 4th April. Starring Toby Jones, Harry Lawtey and Lesley Manville, it tells the inspiring and poignant origin story of the young man who would grow up to become stage and screen legend Richard Burton, released for what would be his 100th birthday.
The actor gained fame not only for his public persona but also for his intriguing personal life. His marriages to the iconic Elizabeth Taylor, his alcoholism and his sad death from an intracerebral haemorrhage on 5 August 1984 at his home in Céligny, Switzerland, at the age of 58. His health had been declining for years after his diagnosis of cirrhosis and kidney disease in 1981. The trailer for the film has now been released.
PREMISE
Based on a remarkable true story, discover how the poor son of a miner became one of the greatest actors the world has ever known, with the help of an unlikely mentor.
In the Welsh town of Port Talbot in 1942, Richard Jenkins (Harry Lawtey, Industry, Joker: Folie à Deux) lives as a wayward schoolboy. Caught between the pressures of his struggling family, a devastating war, and his own ambitions. However, a new opportunity arises when Richard’s natural talent for drama catches the attention of his teacher, Philip Burton (BAFTA winner Toby Jones, Mr Bates vs. The Post Office).
Taking Richard under his wing, the young man thrives thanks to Philip’s strict tutelage. And the guidance of kindly landlady, Ma Smith (Academy Award nominee Lesley Manville, The Crown). However, as the acting world comes within Richard’s reach, the burden of his past risks holding him back forever.
From BAFTA-winning director Marc Evans (Manhunt). And the producer of The Brutalist, this is a timeless tale of identity, class and defying expectations. Telling a poignant story which still resonates today. Mr. Burton celebrates what would have been Richard Burton’s 100th birthday. This centenary honours a man who, despite his humble beginnings, gained worldwide recognition and admiration.
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Icon Film Distribution presents Mr Burton in cinemas from 4 April
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