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The Fairytale Castles of King Ludwig II

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Ludwig II of Bavaria, more commonly known by his nicknames the Swan King or the Dream King, is a legendary figure - the handsome boy-king, loved by his people, betrayed by his cabinet and found dead in tragic and mysterious circumstances.…

DirectorAlexander Leith
WriterDan Cruickshank
ProducersAlexander Leith·Basil Comely

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Cast · Directed by Alexander Leith

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