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Release Year1998
Runtime1h 30m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresDocumentary
Votes1
DirectorAnthony Wall
WritersJon Savage
TypeFeature Film
Rating8.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Brian Epstein Story
About The Brian Epstein Story
Documentary on the life of Brian Epstein, the man who brought The Beatles to fame. A Documentary examining the turbulent life and career of Beatles manager Brian Epstein. Gay when homosexuality was illegal, a gambler, shopkeeper and failed actor, he was also pop king with a Midas touch who, in the 60s, was as well known as the band he managed. Broadcast in two episodes on the BBC Series Arena
Directed by Anthony Wall, The Brian Epstein Story leans on a strong ensemble — Brian Epstein, Bryan Barrett, Lionel Bart — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about documentary titles of 1998.
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