Mr Burton
Severn Screen/Ffilm Cymru/BBC
An evocative, heartwarming take on the biopic genre, Mr Burton tells the true story of the teacher who inspired and shaped Richard Jenkins’ formative years, and catalysed his transition into the world-renowned orator and Hollywood star Richard Burton.
Music reviews:
“all backed by a stirring score from John Hardy performed by the BBC National Orchestra of Wales” (Screen Daily)
“a heartwarming story of triumph against adversity, glossy production values and a rousing score” (Screen Daily)
“There's also a terrific score: John Hardy, BBC National Orchestra of Wales performing the music” (Frank Kermode, Kermode & Mayo’s Take)
General reviews:
“Jones is on top form here, projecting an interiorised melancholy that seeps into his eyes” (The Arts Desk)
“earnestly soft-hearted biopic” (Variety)
“throwback composure and classicism in all departments” (Variety)
Released in all major cinemas UK-wide in April 2025, Starring BAFTA award winning actors Toby Jones, Lesley Mannville, and with Harry Lawtey (Industry) in the lead role alongside a host of Welsh acting talent.