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Stage to Screen

Series 3

Episode 1: Oh! What a Lovely War

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

Paul Gambaccini explores how stage works have been adapted for the cinema.

Richard Attenborough's first film as director was adapted from the Theatre Workshop production by Joan Littlewood. Contributors include original cast member Victor Spinetti, Eleanor Farzan, the film's choreographer, and the film historian Ian Christie. Show less

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