New King Lear, A

Synopsis

A BBC topical arts magazine series. This episode includes an interview with Edward Bond, who talks about his play Lear that premiered the same week with Harry Andrews in the title role. Bond states that his version presents a criticism of the philosophy of acceptance put forward by Shakespeare’s play. The interview is intercut with scenes from the current production directed by Alan Yentob.

Series

Review

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Television

Technical information

Colour / Sound

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Credits

Director

Alan Yentob

Producer

Barrie Gavin

Editor

Colin Nears

Contributor

Edward Bond

Cast

Harry Andrews

Production Company

Name

BBC

Notes

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

Archive

Name

BFI National Archive

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