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Henry V (1944) [The Criterion Collection #41]

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Date: 13 Sep 2013 21:47:40
Henry V (1944) [The Criterion Collection #41]

Henry V (1944) [The Criterion Collection #41]
DVD9 | VIDEO_TS | NTSC | 4:3 | 720x480 | 8000 kbps | 7.46Gb
Audio: English AC3 1.0 @ 192 Kbps | Subtitles: English
UK | Biography, Drama, History, War

Olivier mustered out of the navy to film this adaptation of Shakespeare’s history. Embroiled in World War II, Britons took courage from this tale of a king who surmounts overwhelming odds and emerges victorious. This sumptuous Technicolor rendering features a thrilling recreation of the battle of Agincourt, and Sir Laurence in his prime as director and actor.

Director: Laurence Olivier
Cast: Leslie Banks, Felix Aylmer, Robert Helpmann, Vernon Greeves, Gerald Case, Griffith Jones, Morland Graham, Nicholas Hannen, Michael Warre, Laurence Olivier, Ralph Truman, Ernest Thesiger, Frederick Cooper, Roy Emerton, Robert Newton, Freda Jackson, George Cole, George Robey, Harcourt Williams, Russell Thorndike, Leo Genn, Francis Lister, Max Adrian, Jonathan Field, Esmond Knight, Michael Shepley, John Laurie, Niall MacGinnis, Frank Tickle, Renee Asherson

The Criterion Collection

Disc Features
- Audio commentary by film historian Bruce Eder
- Theatrical trailer
- “Shakespearean Royalty”: A chronology of England’s rulers
- Stills galleries: the “Book of Hours” and production photos
- Subtitles for the deaf and hearing impaired
- Optimal image quality: RSDL dual-layer edition

Henry V (1944) [The Criterion Collection #41]

Henry V (1944) [The Criterion Collection #41]


IMDb

In the inspired Olivier concept, Shakespeare's play begins as a performance in the Globe Theatre, shifting in broad cinematic terms to an epic narrative of Henry V, who had developed from a dissolute youth to a purposeful monarch. Proving his ability as a soldier and skillful leader, he unites the dissident factions in the English army and goes on to crush the French, against enormous odds, at Agincourt. Arranging a treaty with the French court, he woos Princess Katharine to whom he is formally betrothed as part of the peace agreement.

DVDBeaver

Laurence Olivier brings to vivid life Shakespeare's KING HENRY V, the epitome of the ideal Christian king. After a youth misspent in frivolity and common diversions, Prince Hal ascends the throne only to find himself on the brink of war with France over land and title disputes. Betrayed by his own archbishop in ascertaining the validity of the claims, Henry has to prove himself not only to his enemies but to his own advisers and his people. He thwarts a plot to assassinate him, meting out a swift but fair justice. When the French, unable to take him seriously, refuse to send reinforcements to a town under attack by Henry's troops, England wins the battle easily, yet Henry is merciful to the vanquished town. Though they are badly outnumbered, Henry leads his troops with courage and fortitude into the final, decisive battle against his enemies. Though foreign films were not competing at the time, Olivier won a special Academy Award for directing, producing, and starring in the film. His classic production of Shakespeare's 1599 play is filled with pomp and pageantry, terrific acting, and robust battle scenes.

Henry V (1944) [The Criterion Collection #41]

Henry V (1944) [The Criterion Collection #41]

Henry V (1944) [The Criterion Collection #41]
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