A Diary for Timothy
Originally released in 1945. A Diary for Timothy is a documentary film. directed by Humphrey Jennings. At just 39 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Michael Redgrave, Myra Hess, and John Gielgud
Synopsis
A narrator recounts the state of Great Britain near the end of WWII via a visual diary for the titular baby boy born in September 1944.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 1, 1945
80 years ago
Runtime
0h 39m
39 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (22 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Michael Redgrave
as Narrator (voice)
Myra Hess
as Self (Pianist)
John Gielgud
as Hamlet
Frederick Allen
as Self (BBC Newsreader) (uncredited)
Bill
as Self - Steam-Engine Driver (uncredited)
Elizabeth Jenkins
as Self - Tim's Mother (uncredited)
Elvin Jenkins
as Self - Tim's Father (uncredited)
Timothy James Jenkins
as Self - Tim (uncredited)
Jennifer
as Self - 5 Year-Old Girl (uncredited)
Frank Phillips
as Self (BBC Newsreader) (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Crown Film Unit
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Diary for Timothy about?
A narrator recounts the state of Great Britain near the end of WWII via a visual diary for the titular baby boy born in September 1944.
Who directed A Diary for Timothy?
A Diary for Timothy was directed by Humphrey Jennings.
How long is A Diary for Timothy?
A Diary for Timothy has a runtime of 0 hours and 39 minutes (39 minutes total).
When was A Diary for Timothy released?
A Diary for Timothy was released on November 1, 1945 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Diary for Timothy?
The main cast of A Diary for Timothy includes Michael Redgrave, Myra Hess, John Gielgud, Frederick Allen, Bill.