Mr. Burton

Director: Marc Evans

Cast: Toby Jones, Harry Lawtey, Lesley Manville

Set in the Welsh town of Port Talbot in 1942,Mr Burton reveals the inspirational true story of Richard Jenkins, a young schoolboy facing the pressures of a troubled family, a devastating war, and his own ambitions. However, an opportunity arises when Richard’s natural talent for drama catches the attention of his teacher, Philip Burton. Richard’s acting talent flourishes, propelling him toward the acting world where he faces both the bright allure of success and the darker weight of his past. With a compelling, emotionally resonant story, Mr Burton is a journey of survival, transformation, and artistic evolution, showing how a poor miner’s son rose to become one of the greatest actors the world has ever known–Richard Burton.