Toby Jones, Harry Lawtey & Lesley Manville star in MR BURTON in cinemas 4th April

Icon Film Distribution presents Mr Burton in UK cinemas from 4th April. Starring Toby Jones, Harry Lawtey and Lesley Manville, it tells the inspiring and poignant origin story of the young man who would grow up to become stage and screen legend, Richard Burton, released for what would be his 100th birthday.

Synopsis:
Based on a remarkable true story, discover how the poor son of a miner became one of the greatest actors the world has ever known, with the help of an unlikely mentor.

In the Welsh town of Port Talbot, 1942, Richard Jenkins (Harry Lawtey, Industry, Joker: Folie à Deux) lives as a wayward schoolboy, caught between the pressures of his struggling family, a devastating war, and his own ambitions. However, a new opportunity arises when Richard’s natural talent for drama catches the attention of his teacher, Philip Burton (BAFTA winner Toby Jones, Mr Bates vs. The Post Office).

Taking Richard under his wing, the young man thrives thanks to Philip’s strict tutelage and the guidance of kindly landlady, Ma Smith (Academy Award nominee Lesley Manville, The Crown). However, as the acting world comes within Richard’s reach, the burden of his past risks holding him back forever.

From BAFTA winning director Marc Evans (Manhunt), and the producer of The Brutalist, this is a timeless tale of identity, class and defying expectations, telling a poignant story which still resonates today. Mr Burton is released to celebrate what would be Richard Burton’s 100th birthday, the centenary of a man who, despite humble beginnings, would be remembered and cherished all over the world.

Icon Film Distribution presents Mr Burton in cinemas from 4 April

UK Trailer: https://youtu.be/h6Trx84-gy4