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Sky Arte Celebrates Laurence Olivier and Alec Guinness in 'Vite da star'

other · 2026-04-27

Sky Arte airs two episodes of the series 'Vite da star' on July 25, 2020, focusing on legendary British actors Laurence Olivier and Alec Guinness. Olivier, an Oscar-winning actor for 'Hamlet' and recipient of an honorary Oscar in 1979, also directed and served as the first artistic director of the Royal National Theatre. His notable films include 'Rebecca', 'Spartacus', and 'The Untouchables'. Guinness, known for his Shakespearean roles and collaboration with director David Lean, gained international fame through films like 'Oliver Twist', 'Great Expectations', and 'The Bridge on the River Kwai'. The series highlights their rivalry and contributions to cinema and theatre. Sky Arte's website is powered by Artribune, which manages its content and digital interface.

Key facts

  • Sky Arte airs 'Vite da star' on July 25, 2020.
  • The series features Laurence Olivier and Alec Guinness.
  • Olivier won an Oscar for Best Actor in 'Hamlet' and an honorary Oscar in 1979.
  • Olivier was the first artistic director of the Royal National Theatre.
  • Olivier starred in 'Rebecca', 'Spartacus', and 'The Untouchables'.
  • Guinness collaborated with David Lean on 'Oliver Twist', 'Great Expectations', and 'The Bridge on the River Kwai'.
  • Guinness was known for Shakespearean performances.
  • Sky Arte's site is powered by Artribune.

Entities

Artists

  • Laurence Olivier
  • Alec Guinness
  • David Lean

Institutions

  • Sky Arte
  • Artribune
  • Royal National Theatre

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