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Mad About the Boy: The Noël Coward Story (2023)

"If life is a performance, his was a masterpiece."

6.420231h 35mEN
DocumentaryHistory

Directed by Barnaby Thompson

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

1h 35m

Language

EN

Release

June 2, 2023

Director

Barnaby Thompson

Official Trailer

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Overview

The extraordinary life of playwright, singer, actor, composer, and director Noël Coward, who rose from poverty to stardom while keeping his sexuality a secret. Featuring Laurence Olivier, Maggie Smith, Frank Sinatra, Michael Caine and Lucille Ball. Narrated by Alan Cumming. With Rupert Everett as th...

Cast

Noël Coward

Noël Coward

Self (archive footage)

Rupert Everett

Rupert Everett

Noël Coward (voice)

Alan Cumming

Alan Cumming

Narrator (voice)

Laurence Olivier

Laurence Olivier

Self (archive footage)

Maggie Smith

Maggie Smith

Self (archive footage)

Harold Pinter

Harold Pinter

Self (archive footage)

Michael Caine

Michael Caine

Self (archive footage)

Frank Sinatra

Frank Sinatra

Self (archive footage)

Lauren Bacall

Lauren Bacall

Self (archive footage)

Lucille Ball

Lucille Ball

Self (archive footage)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Mad About the Boy: The Noël Coward Story (2023), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The extraordinary life of playwright, singer, actor, composer, and director Noël Coward, who rose from poverty to stardom while keeping his sexuality a secret. Featuring Laurence Olivier, Maggie Smith, Frank Sinatra, Michael Caine and Lucille Ball. Narrated by Alan Cumming. With Rupert Everett as the voice of Noël Coward. Directed by Academy Award Nominee Barnaby Thompson.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Mad About the Boy: The Noël Coward Story. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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