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200448 minPGdocumentary

6.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Making 'Murder on the Orient-Express'

200448 minPGdocumentary

6.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Sidney Lumet and Richard Goodwin reflect on the production challenges and artistic vision behind the 1974 adaptation of Agatha Christie's classic mystery.

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Sidney Lumet and Richard Goodwin reflect on the production challenges and artistic vision behind the 1974 adaptation of Agatha Christie's classic mystery.

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Sidney Lumet

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Richard Rodney Bennettcast

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Sidney Lumet and Richard Goodwin reflect on the making of the 1974 film "Murder on the Orient-Express" in this 48-minute documentary. Archival interviews reveal the production history and the challenges faced by the cast and crew. Rare footage captures the artistic vision that brought Agatha Christie's classic mystery to the screen. The featurette includes anecdotes and insights that illustrate the collaborative efforts involved in creating this iconic film.

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