Directed by:
Orson WellesCinematography:
Edmond RichardCast:
Orson Welles, Jeanne Moreau, Margaret Rutherford, John Gielgud, Marina Vlady, Walter Chiari, Tony Beckley, Fernando Rey, Keith Baxter, Ralph Richardson (more)VOD (1)
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Sir John Falstaff (Orson Welles), is the charming although drunken and obese companion of young Henry V. At first Prince Hal and Falstaff lead a life of debauchery and idleness, but as the prince sees the import of his destiny as the future king of England, Falstaff fearfully believes their relationship might be heading for trouble. (official distributor synopsis)
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Orson Welles was simply such a great filmmaker and actor that he could make anything and it would be a great film in some aspect. Shakespeare was not necessarily his domain, but he demonstrated a great approach in his plays, even in this case when he chose an unconventional position. The acting in the film is absolutely excellent, and Orson knew exactly what he was doing.
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