McKellen: Playing the Part (2018)

Documentary / History • 92 minutes

Starring: Ian McKellen Scott Chambers Milo Parker Penny Clapcott and others.

Director: Joe Stephenson Director of Photography: Eben Bolter Producer: Joe Stephenson Lene Bausager Mark Birmingham Sophia Gibber Editor: Harry Yendell Joe Stephenson

Released • May 27, 2018

Built upon a 14 hour interview, McKellen: Playing the Part is a unique journey through the key landmarks of McKellen's life, from early childhood into a demanding career that placed him in the public eye for the best part of his lifetime. Using an abundance of photography from McKellen's private albums and cinematically reconstructed scenes, a raw talent shines through in the intensity, variety and devotion to that moment in the light.