The Duchess of Malfi (2012)

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Recorded live at the Greenwich Theatre, London. The Duchess of Malfi is a popular choice as a set text, despite (or perhaps because of) the violence and horror of its later scenes. Generally considered to be the masterpiece of Jacobean playwright John Webster, it was first produced in around 1613. It's a macabre tragedy, based on actual events, and tends to be loved or hated by critics while consistently captivating audiences across the centuries. Set in Italy in the early fifteenth century, it starts out as a love story, with the Duchess marrying beneath her class. However, her two brothers, one cool and corrupt, the other violent and warped, have other ideas. With incredible plot twists along the way, the play ends as an utter tragedy, as the brothers take revenge on her, destroying themselves in the process.

Director: Elizabeth Freestone
Runtime: 96 min
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Production: Wienerworld Ltd.
Country: United Kingdom
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Elizabeth Freestone

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Duchess of Malfi about?
Recorded live at the Greenwich Theatre, London. The Duchess of Malfi is a popular choice as a set text, despite (or perhaps because of) the violence and horror of its later scenes. Generally considered to be the masterpiece of Jacobean playwright John Webster, it was first produced in around 1613. It's a macabre tragedy, based on actual events, and tends to be loved or hated by critics while consistently captivating audiences across the centuries. Set in Italy in the early fifteenth century, it starts out as a love story, with the Duchess marrying beneath her class. However, her two brothers, one cool and corrupt, the other violent and warped, have other ideas. With incredible plot twists along the way, the play ends as an utter tragedy, as the brothers take revenge on her, destroying themselves in the process.
Who directed The Duchess of Malfi?
The Duchess of Malfi was directed by Elizabeth Freestone.
Who stars in The Duchess of Malfi?
The Duchess of Malfi stars Peter Bankolé, Edmund Kingsley, Tim Treloar.
How long is The Duchess of Malfi?
The Duchess of Malfi has a runtime of 1h 36m (96 minutes).
Where was The Duchess of Malfi produced?
The Duchess of Malfi was produced in United Kingdom.