A Midsummer Night's Dream (1969)
Shakespeare wrote this fantastic comedy in 1594. It features Lysander and Hermia, whose love is thwarted by Hermia's father, who wishes to marry her off to Demetrius, himself loved by Helena. In a magical forest, the couple cross paths with Obéron, king of the elves, who is quarreling with his wife and in possession of love potions.
Director: Jean-Christophe Averty
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 141 min
Release Date: December 25, 1969
Cast
- Claude Jade - Helena
- Christine Delaroche - Hermia
- Jean-Claude Drouot - Oberon
- Christiane Minazzoli - Titania
- Michel Ruhl - Lysander
- Dominique Seriana - Demetrius
- Marie Versini - Hippolyta
- Benoît Allemane - Theseus
- Michel Muller - Groin
- Henri Virlogeux - Egée
Screenplay
- William Shakespeare (Theatre Play)
- Jean-Christophe Averty
Production: ORTF
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Keywords
elves, enchantment, lovers, forest
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Midsummer Night's Dream about?
- Shakespeare wrote this fantastic comedy in 1594. It features Lysander and Hermia, whose love is thwarted by Hermia's father, who wishes to marry her off to Demetrius, himself loved by Helena. In a magical forest, the couple cross paths with Obéron, king of the elves, who is quarreling with his wife and in possession of love potions.
- Who directed A Midsummer Night's Dream?
- A Midsummer Night's Dream was directed by Jean-Christophe Averty.
- Who stars in A Midsummer Night's Dream?
- A Midsummer Night's Dream stars Claude Jade, Christine Delaroche, Jean-Claude Drouot, Christiane Minazzoli, Michel Ruhl, Dominique Seriana.
- How long is A Midsummer Night's Dream?
- A Midsummer Night's Dream has a runtime of 2h 21m (141 minutes).
- What genre is A Midsummer Night's Dream?
- A Midsummer Night's Dream is a Comedy film.
- Where was A Midsummer Night's Dream produced?
- A Midsummer Night's Dream was produced in France.