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Shakespeare - King Lear: The Family in Shakespeare

Synopsis
Examines King Lear from a modern feminist viewpoint, opening up discussions about gender roles in Shakespeare’s text. The video juxtaposes the text as performed, against specially written scenes to illustrate the issue of families from a character perspective. By focusing on the characters of Lear’s daughters, shows how family politics as played out in King Lear are at once profound and enduring.
Language
English
Country
Australia
Medium
Video
Technical information
Colour / Sound
Year of release
2002
Duration
19 mins

Additional Details

Production type
Documentary/Educational/News
Plays
King Lear
Subjects
Drama; English language and literature
Keywords
families; feminism; gender issues; Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Distributor (Sale)

Name

Classroom Video

Notes
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