Greg Davies: Looking for Kes

Greg Davies: Looking for Kes

7 | 2019-11-19 | Documentary TV Movie

Comedian, actor and ex-English teacher Greg Davies is a lifelong fan of Barry Hines's classic novel A Kestrel for a Knave, the story of Billy Casper training a kestrel as an escape from his troubled home and school life. In this documentary, Greg goes in search of the book's enduring appeal, travelling to Barnsley, where the book was set and where Ken Loach's famous adaptation, Kes, was filmed.

Featured Crew

Richard Bright Executive Producer
Jenny Dames Director

Cast

Ian McMillan
Ian McMillan
Readings (Voice)
Barry Hines
Barry Hines
Self (archive Footage)

Images

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