King Lear
Originally released in 1970. King Lear is a drama film. directed by Grigori Kozintsev. With a runtime of 2h 12m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jüri Järvet, Galina Volchek, and Elza Radziņa
Synopsis
King Lear, old and tired, divides his kingdom among his daughters, giving great importance to their protestations of love for him. When Cordelia, youngest and most honest, refuses to idly flatter the old man in return for favor, he banishes her and turns for support to his remaining daughters. But Goneril and Regan have no love for him and instead plot to take all his power from him. In a parallel, Lear's loyal courtier Gloucester favors his illegitimate son Edmund after being told lies about his faithful son Edgar. Madness and tragedy befall both ill-starred fathers.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 15, 1970
55 years ago
Runtime
2h 12m
132 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (23 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Lenfilm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Lear about?
King Lear, old and tired, divides his kingdom among his daughters, giving great importance to their protestations of love for him. When Cordelia, youngest and most honest, refuses to idly flatter t...
Who directed King Lear?
King Lear was directed by Grigori Kozintsev.
How long is King Lear?
King Lear has a runtime of 2 hours and 12 minutes (132 minutes total).
When was King Lear released?
King Lear was released on December 15, 1970 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in King Lear?
The main cast of King Lear includes Jüri Järvet, Galina Volchek, Elza Radziņa, Valentina Shendrikova, Oleg Dal.