Was Shakespeare English?

Synopsis

Documentary by Alicia Maksimova that explores the theory that Shakespeare was in fact the linguist John Florio, the son of Italian emigree Michelangelo Florio. She travels from Stratford-upon-Avon to Florence, Venice, Verona and Sicily, presenting evidence for this theory from a variety of Italian sources.

Language

English

Country

Italy

Medium

Film

Technical information

Colour / Sound

Year of release

2016

Subjects

Shakespeare

Keywords

Italy; Translation

Online availability

URI

https://youtu.be/hdDul0dIw6o

Credits

Director

Alicia Maksimova

Production Company

Name

Sirena Global Productions

Web

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Distributor

Name

YouTube

Web

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