5 episodes
Emil and the Detectives National Theatre
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First published in Germany during the early 1930s, Emil and the Detectives tells the story of a young boy who leaves his small town and sets off on a journey that will change his life. The book was adapted by Carl Miller and stage at the National Theatre in December 2013, directed by Bijan Sheibani. This collection includes an introduction to the book, a look at the historical context of the book and an interview with the playwright and director.
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Every Child Should Have The Opportunity To Do Drama
A short film about the local children who played the detectives in the National Theatre's 2013 production of Emil and the Detectives.
At a time when Drama in the English national curriculum is being reduced and fewer teachers are qualifying to teach drama, this film seeks to show just how important drama is and the positive impact it can have on young people.
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The design of Emil and the Detectives
Bunny Christie talks about her approach in designing Carl Miller's adaptation of Emil and the Detectives, collaborating with the Lighting Designer and Animation & Projection Designer to bring the sense of adventure to life.
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A closer look at the historical context and author Erich Kästner
This film looks at author Erich Kästner as well as the cultural and political context that surrounded the creation and publication of the book in Germany.
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An introduction to the book
This film looks at the story and characters of Erich Kästner's Emil and the Detectives, the story of a young boy who leaves his small town and sets off on a journey that will change his life.
Featured in this film: authors Sally Gardner, Philip Pullman and Michael Rosen and playwright Carl Miller -
Bijan Sheibani (director) and Carl Miller (playwright) in conversation
Carl Miller (writer) and Bijan Sheibani (director) talk about this new version of Erich Kästner's story, adapting it for the Olivier Theatre and working with three casts of child actors.
This is a recording of a live Platform event from December 2013.