The Return of the Green Man

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Colin Welland
Colin Welland

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Pat Mills
Pat Mills

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Kingsley Amis
Kingsley Amis

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John Boorman
John Boorman

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Richard DeMarco
Richard DeMarco

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Susan Clifford
Susan Clifford

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Simon Bisley
Simon Bisley

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Harrison Birtwistle
Harrison Birtwistle

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John Craxton
John Craxton

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William Anderson
William Anderson

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    Since ancient times, the Green Man has been one of the most mysterious and menacing of mythical characters. He also has a familiar face as Robin Hood , Jack in the Green and on numerous pub signs. Across the arts from comic strips to classical opera, the Green Man is now making a comeback. Where is he taking us? Writer Sir Kingsley Amis , film director John Boorman , composer Sir Harrison Birtwistle and other leading artists offer their interpretations of the mystery in this Omnibus documentary film from 16th November, 1990.

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    1990-11-16

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