An exploration of Coward's expansive career which features credits across the stage and screen, including Brief Encounter, Blithe Spirit and Private Lives.
Mad About the Boy: The Noël Coward Story■
Synopsis
Against all odds, Noël Coward became the most successful multi-talented artist of the Twentieth Century. He defined an era and led an extraordinary life. This is his inspirational story told in his own words and music, and unique home movies.
The film features Laurence Olivier, Maggie Smith, Harold Pinter, Frank Sinatra, Lauren Bacall, Michael Caine and Lucille Ball. Rupert Everett is the voice of Noël Coward. Narrated by Alan Cumming. And international superstar recording artist Adam Lambert sings the film’s theme song, an updated cover of Coward’s, ‘Mad About the Boy’. The song was produced by Amanda Ghost and Johnny Coffer.
Credits
Rating: 12A
Genre: Documentary
Director: Barnaby Thompson
Stars: Noël Coward
