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Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film

5.820161h 3mMovie

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.

DirectorJane Giles

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 2 other countries

Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in United Kingdom, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Jane Giles

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