The Burning(1968)
The Burning Synopsis
Stephen Frears’ first film, "The Burning" is a chilling exploration of racial tensions in Apartheid-era South Africa. On a sweltering summer’ day, a wealthy white matriarch insists on taking her household on a planned trip to the country, in spite of their urgent warnings that an uprising is underway.
The Burning (1968) is a drama film directed by Stephen Frears, released on July 1, 1968 with a runtime of 32m. It stars Gwen Ffrangcon Davies, Isobel Muller, Maxine Day and Cosmo Pieterse. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Stephen Frears
- Writers:
- Roland Starke
- Production:
- Memorial Enterprises, BFI
- Status:
- Released
The Burning Cast & Crew
Main cast
Gwen Ffrangcon Davies
as Gran
- Isobel Muller
Isobel Muller
as Cook
- Maxine Day
Maxine Day
as Nurse
- Cosmo Pieterse
Cosmo Pieterse
as Chauffeur
- Mark Baillie
Mark Baillie
as Child
- Walter Glennie
Walter Glennie
Key crew
Directed by Stephen Frears, written by Roland Starke.
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The Burning Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 3 ratings.
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The Burning – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Burning online?
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The Burning (1968) is currently available to rent or buy from Sooner. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Burning?
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The main cast of The Burning (1968) includes Gwen Ffrangcon Davies, Isobel Muller, Maxine Day, Cosmo Pieterse and Mark Baillie. The film was directed by Stephen Frears. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Burning released?
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The Burning was released on July 1, 1968 and runs for 32m.
Is The Burning worth watching?
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The Burning (1968) holds an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.