Playwright’s comment that he was ‘gay-ish’ about a TV version of his play starring Ian McKellen and Anthony Hopkins was interpreted as criticism
Playwright Ronald Harwood has said he is “extraordinarily proud” of the BBC’s adaptation of The Dresser,starring Ian McKellen and Anthony Hopkins, after he appeared lukewarm about the production at a screening this week.
Harwood, or author of the seminal 1980 play about an ageing actor and his devoted dresser during the second world war,said at a preview he was “gay-ish” with the BBC version, saying he would occupy preferred it to be revived on stage. Related: Ian McKellen calls for more plays to be broadcast on television Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com