Eric Bentley is the most important and influential theatre critic of the last six decades. A galaxy of stars honored him for his hundredth year at Broadway’s legendary Town Hall. Their tributes captured his influential contributions, which changed how theater is understood and performed. His work with Brecht, his classic books on the theater, and his own great artistry were all highlighted.
“In my opinion, and of course in the opinion of many, many others, no one has rendered greater service to the art of the theater than Eric Bentley.”
“An eloquent tribute to an irreplaceable man”
“Watching Honoring Eric Bentley as both a lover of Brecht and dramaturgy, as well as a classroom teacher in drama, was a compelling experience. Overall, I found the film interesting, insightful, and artfully executed. ... Given to the right audience, Honoring Eric Bentley would become
essential viewing for theatre critics, dramaturgs, performers, and playwrights alike.”
“Congratulations on a fascinating and unique film”
“I think of Eric Bentley not only as our greatest drama critic, but also as a true essayist in the form of criticism and a heretic because he was always thinking against the conventional”
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