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King Lear: Live at Shakespeare's Globe
0.0 / 10• 2017• 2h 54m•NR• English
Drama
Storyline
King Lear has three daughters, but no sons. Boldly he makes a decision to divide his kingdom among his children, but fails to anticipate the consequences of his actions. His generosity is cruelly repaid and Lear finds himself adrift, wandering homeless and destitute. As he comes to realize the false values by which he has lived, he finally encounters his own humanity.
Cast & Crew
Kevin McNally
Lear
Lead
Saskia Reeves
Kent
Anjana Vasan
Cordelia
Joshua James
Edgar
Emily Bruni
Goneril
What People Are Saying
0.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Nancy Meckler's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. King Lear: Live at Shakespeare's Globe is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
