Christopher Reeve
Roy Plomley's castaway is actor Christopher Reeve.
Christopher Reeve is probably best-known for his film performances as Superman and Clark Kent, but he has made several other films, including Deathtrap and The Bostonians, and he has appeared on stage many times, particularly in the United States. In conversation with Roy Plomley, he talks about his many activities, which include being a professionally qualified pilot.
[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs]
Favourite track: Imagine by John Lennon & the Plastic Ono Band
Book: The Inner Reality by Paul Brunton
Luxury: Scuba-diving equipment
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Johann Sebastian Bach
St Matthew Passion - Auf das Fest aber hat…
Soloist: Peter Schreier, Anton Diakov Orchestra: Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra
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Sergey Rachmaninov
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor
Soloist: Van Cliburn Orchestra: Chicago Symphony Orchestra
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Claude Debussy
La Mer
Orchestra: Philadelphia Orchestra
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Carly Simon
Not A Day Goes By
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Ludwig van Beethoven
Violin Sonata No. 10 in G major, Op. 96
Soloist: Artur Schnabel
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Brian Eno
An Ending (Ascent)
Artist: Daniel Lanois, Roger Eno
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Ave verum corpus
Choir: Bach Choir Orchestra: Thames Chamber Orchestra
Castaway's Favourite
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Imagine
Book Choice
The Inner Reality - Paul Brunton
Luxury Choice
Scuba-diving equipment
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Christopher Reeve |
Broadcasts
- Sat 7 Apr 198418:25BBC Radio 4
- Fri 13 Apr 198409:05BBC Radio 4
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