The Return of the Green Man
Since ancient times, the Green Man has been one of the most mysterious and menacing of mythical characters. He also has a familiar face as Robin Hood , Jack in the Green and on numerous pub signs. Across the arts from comic strips to classical opera, the Green Man is now making a comeback. Where is he taking us? Writer Sir Kingsley Amis , film director John Boorman , composer Sir Harrison Birtwistle and other leading artists offer their interpretations of the mystery in this Omnibus documentary film from 16th November, 1990.
- Genre: Documentary
- Studio: BBC
- Keyword: christianity, poetry, comic book, paganism, ghost story, folklore, arthurian mythology
- Cast: Colin Welland, Pat Mills, Kingsley Amis, John Boorman, Richard DeMarco, Susan Clifford