Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film 8 years old

A compilation of scenes from Shakespeare adaptations made in the earliest days of cinema, including versions of King Lear, Twelfth Night, Hamlet, Richard III and The Merchant of Venice, as well as less frequently filmed plays such as Henry VIII and The Winter's Tale.

Credits

Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film Cast

Name Character
John Gielgud He was 112, 96 years old when he died as himself
Charles Kent He was 164, 70 years old when he died as himself
Asta Nielsen She was 134, 90 years old when she died as herself

Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film Crew

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Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film (8 years)

  • Release day: Monday, July 18, 2016
  • Runtime: 63 minutes