Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film (2016)
A compilation of scenes from Shakespeare adaptations made in the earliest days of cinema, including versions of King Lear, Twelfth Night, Hamlet, Richard III and The Merchant of Venice, as well as less frequently filmed plays such as Henry VIII and The Winter's Tale.
Director: Jane Giles
Runtime: 63 min
Release Date: July 18, 2016
Cast
- John Gielgud - Self
- Herbert Beerbohm Tree - Self
- Charles Kent - Self
- Asta Nielsen - Self
Production: BFI
Country: United Kingdom
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Jane Giles
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film about?
- A compilation of scenes from Shakespeare adaptations made in the earliest days of cinema, including versions of King Lear, Twelfth Night, Hamlet, Richard III and The Merchant of Venice, as well as less frequently filmed plays such as Henry VIII and The Winter's Tale.
- Who directed Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film?
- Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film was directed by Jane Giles.
- Who stars in Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film?
- Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film stars John Gielgud, Herbert Beerbohm Tree, Charles Kent, Asta Nielsen.
- How long is Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film?
- Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film has a runtime of 1h 3m (63 minutes).
- Where was Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film produced?
- Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film was produced in United Kingdom.