ELSINORE (Spotlight Centerpiece)
This is the deeply emotional and inspirational true story of Ian Charleson (played by Andrew Scott), a gifted actor whose greatest challenge becomes his greatest triumph.
Description
New York City Premiere
This is the deeply emotional and inspirational true story of Ian Charleson, a gifted actor whose greatest challenge becomes his greatest triumph. Choosing to live life on his own terms, Ian finds purpose through art, transforming his own struggle into a source of healing and inspiration for those around him.
NewFest alum Andrew Scott (ALL OF US STRANGERS, BLUE MOON) delivers a towering performance as Charleson who, despite his HIV diagnosis, is determined to take on the demanding role of Hamlet at London’s National Theatre. Crafted with compassion by writer Stephen Beresford (PRIDE) and director Simon Stone, ELSINORE is an ode to perseverance and the cathartic power of theater.
This screening will be followed by a Q&A.
Part of the 38th Annual New York LGBTQ+ Film Festival
Director
Simon Stone
Producer
Mickey Liddell, Pete Shilaimon, Andrea Occhipinti, Gabrielle Tana, Stefano Massenzi, Carolyn Marks Blackwood, Andrew Scott, Stephen Beresford
Writer
Stephen Beresford
Cast
Andrew Scott, Olivia Colman, Billie Piper, Johnny Flynn, Joe Locke
Cinematographer
Michael Eley
Editing
Valerio Bonelli