Robert Aickman: Author of Strange Tales

Overview

This documentary explores and provides new insights into the life and writing of British author Robert Aickman (1914-1981), with special reference to his celebrated 'strange stories' - modern ghost stories - his two volumes of autobiography and his campaigning work for the restoration of the British canal system. The film includes rare footage, recordings and photographs of Aickman, interviews with his friends and with writers Jeremy Dyson and Reggie Oliver, and dramatized excerpts of his stories.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

May 28, 2015

Original language

English

Countries

United Kingdom

Production

Tartarus Press

Cast

Reggie Oliver,Jeremy Dyson,Robert Aickman

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

Homepage

Official site

IMDb

tt4472078