Christopher Isherwood: A Born Foreigner

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Documentary about author Christopher Isherwood, in which he is interviewed about his life and work and which features extracts from films of his novels and stories.

Cast: Derek Hart, Christopher Isherwood

Director: Fred Burnley

Genres: TV Movie, Documentary

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