Plot Summary

King Lear has three daughters, but no sons. Boldly he makes a decision to divide his kingdom among his children, but fails to anticipate the consequences of his actions. His generosity is cruelly repaid and Lear finds himself adrift, wandering homeless and destitute. As he comes to realize the false values by which he has lived, he finally encounters his own humanity.

Movie Details

Original Title
King Lear: Live at Shakespeare's Globe
Status
released
Original Language
en

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Production Companies

Shakespeare's Globe