Henry VI

Synopsis: First of a three-part televised adaptation of Shakespeare’s minor tetralogy (three parts of Henry VI and Richard III) encompassing the period from the loss of the British Empire in France to the founding of the Tudor dynasty. Originally a Royal Shakespeare Company production directed by Peter Hall and John Barton, the four plays were condensed into three screenplays: Henry VI, Edward I and Richard III. This part ends with Margaret lamenting Suffolk’s death (2 Henry VI, IV iv).
Series: Wars of the Roses, The
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Medium: Television
Notes: A written transcript of the series is held at the Birmingham Central Library as part of their Shakespeare Collection.
Subjects: Drama
Keywords: Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)
Related items: Wars of the Roses Discussion

Director

John Barton; Michael Hayes; Peter Hall; Robin Midgley

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British Universities Film & Video Council