Tempest, The

Synopsis: A television version of The Tempest set during the American Civil War. Critically savaged, the interpretation is concerned with slavery and the role of revenge in wartime. Gideon Prosper (Fonda), is the wealthy owner of Prosperity Plantation at a time when black labour and slavery are beginning to be interrogated in the struggle between the North and the South. He is a widower who, since his wife’s death, has preferred to retire from life, while allowing his brother to run the business of the plantation. His private studies are in voodoo magic which he performs with his black spirit, Ariel.
Language: English
Country: United States
Medium: Television
Technical information: Colour / Sound
Subjects: Drama
Keywords: Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)