Made in England: The Films of Powell and Pressburger
12A
Martin Scorsese reflects on the influence of filmmakers Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, whose decades-long collaboration led to a series of classics that made the duo a crucial part of British cinema. He explores many of the writing, producing and directing duo's most famous films including Black Narcissus, The Red Shoes, The Tales of Hoffman, The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp and many others.
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“The work of film-makers Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger is discussed with passion and authority by Martin Scorsese in this richly enjoyable documentary, for which he presents his thoughts and recollections directly to camera.”
The Guardian
“This fascinating chronological examination of their fruitful collaboration is directed by David Hinton, but it’s Scorsese’s voice, enthusiasm and depth of knowledge that give the film its structure, insight and curiosity.”
The Guardian