McKellen: Playing the Part

2017 · M · Biography

From his roles as Gandalf in the Lord of the Rings trilogy and Magneto in the X-Men films Sir Ian McKellen has cemented his role as a popular culture icon. Take an intimate journey with McKellen through the key landmarks of his extraordinary life from his early stage performances to his championing for LGBTQ+ rights.

Directed by: Joe Stephenson

Featuring: Ian McKellen, Scott Chambers, Luke Evans, Milo Parker, Adam Brown, Frances Barber & Penny Clapcott

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