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Loading... Richard III [1955 film]by Laurence Olivier (Director)
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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. "Waldstein" provides a brilliant review, touching on many moments in the film which chill one to the bone. No other version brings the Shakespearian arch manipulator Richard, Duke of Gloucester to such vivid life. Olivier obviously takes much of the credit for that, but the Richard III Society may beg to differ as to the accuracy of the portrayal given here. The opening scene, with the medieval chandelier that looks just like a crown looming into view, together with Walton's fine music sets everything up for what is to follow, almost as though it was all fated to happen as it did, and not in any other way. ( ) no reviews | add a review
Is contained inEssential Art House, Volume III (Ashes and Diamonds / Forbidden Games / The Hidden Fortress / Last Holiday / Richard III / Variety Lights) by Janus Films Essential Art House, Volumes I-IV by Janus Films (indirect) Is an adaptation of
Begins by recapitulating the final scene of Henry IV, Part III with Edward IV being crowned king. In the background of the celebration, Richard jealously views the proceedings. Soon afterwards, Edward IV is murdered, drowned in a vat of wine. Richard becomes king and, after proceeding with a succession of intrigues and duplicities, he finds his kingdom in dire peril, set upon by Henry Tudor and mustering a final defense for his realm at the Battle of Bosworth. An immortal tale of lust, murder, treachery and the ruthless pursuit of power. No library descriptions found. |
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