DVD Criterion Collection Release date: 23/Apr/2013
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Ralph Richardson, Claire Bloom, John Gielgud, Laurence Olivier Laurence Olivier
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With RICHARD III director producer and star Laurence Olivier (Hamlet) brings Shakespeare's masterpiece of Machiavellian villainy to mesmerizing cinematic life. Olivier is diabolically captivating as Richard Duke of Gloucester who through a set of murderous machinations steals the crown from his brother Edward. The supporting cast including Ralph Richardson (Fallen Idol) John Gielgud (Arthur) and Claire Bloom (The Spy Who Came in from the Cold) is just as impressive. Filmed in VistaVision and Technicolor RICHARD III is one of the most visually inspired of all big-screen Bard adaptations.
Richard III on DVD, presented by the Criterion Collection, is a masterful adaptation of William Shakespeare?s classic play. This 1955 film stars Laurence Olivier in the title role, who also directed and produced the movie. The story follows Richard?s ruthless ascent to power in England during the Wars of the Roses, showcasing intrigue, betrayal, and ambition at its darkest. The Criterion Collection is renowned for restoring cinematic masterpieces with exceptional picture and sound quality while offering insightful bonus features that enrich viewers? appreciation of film history.
Laurence Olivier was one of Britain?s greatest actors and directors, celebrated for his legendary performances both on stage and screen. His previous works include acclaimed adaptations such as Hamlet (1948), which won him Academy Awards for Best Actor and Best Picture; Henry V (1944); and Othello (1965). Supporting cast members include Ralph Richardson?an esteemed actor known for roles in The Heiress (1949) and Doctor Zhivago (1965)?and John Gielgud, whose illustrious career spanned theater classics like King Lear as well as films such as Arthur (1981). Together under Olivier's visionary direction, this ensemble brings Shakespeare's drama vividly to life.
Actors:
Alec Clunes, Laurence Olivier, Sir Cedric Hardwicke, Paul Huson, Andy Shine, Cedric Hardwicke, John Gielgud, Nicholas Hannen, Ralph Richardson, Douglas Wilmer, John Laurie, Claire Bloom, Bernard Hepton, Dan Cunningham, Derek Prentice, John Greenwood, Norman Fisher, Paul Huston, Stanley Baker, John Phillips, Clive Morton, Laurence Naismith, Esmond Knight, Norman Wooland, Patrick Troughton, Andrew Cruickshank, Russell Thorndike, Willoughby Gray, George Woodbridge, Mary Kerridge, Helen Haye, Pamela Brown, Michael Gough, Michael Ripper, Peter Williams, Timothy Bateson, Billy Shine, Brian Nissen, Alexander Davion