Kes Reimagined (2019)
The Barry Hines Novel ‘A Kestrel for a Knave’ and Ken Loach’s famous film adaptation are both modern classics. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Kes, Barnsley born choreographer Jonathan Watkins reimagines the work weaving dance, projections, puppetry and music to create a family friendly Kes to rival War Horse, the Guardian called it ‘genuinely too powerful for words’.
Director: Ross MacGibbon
Genre: Drama, Music
Runtime: 120 min
Release Date: November 7, 2019
Cast
- Chester Hayes - Billy
- Tobias Batley - Jud
- Kristen McNally - Mum
- Dom Czapski - Mr Farthing
- Phil Snowden - Mr Sugden
- Anton Skrzypiciel - Mr Gryce
- Laura Careless - Women at WMC
- Barnaby Meredith - Bookshop Owner
Music: Alex Baranowski
Editing: James Bicknell
Production: The Space, Kestral Dance Film Productions Ltd
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Ross MacGibbon
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Kes Reimagined about?
- The Barry Hines Novel ‘A Kestrel for a Knave’ and Ken Loach’s famous film adaptation are both modern classics. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Kes, Barnsley born choreographer Jonathan Watkins reimagines the work weaving dance, projections, puppetry and music to create a family friendly Kes to rival War Horse, the Guardian called it ‘genuinely too powerful for words’.
- Who directed Kes Reimagined?
- Kes Reimagined was directed by Ross MacGibbon.
- Who stars in Kes Reimagined?
- Kes Reimagined stars Chester Hayes, Tobias Batley, Kristen McNally, Dom Czapski, Phil Snowden, Anton Skrzypiciel.
- How long is Kes Reimagined?
- Kes Reimagined has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).
- What genre is Kes Reimagined?
- Kes Reimagined is a Drama, Music film.
- Where was Kes Reimagined produced?
- Kes Reimagined was produced in United Kingdom.