The Duchess of Malfi (2012)
Plot — What is The Duchess of Malfi about?
Recorded live at the Greenwich Theatre, London. The Duchess of Malfi is a popular choice as a set text, despite (or perhaps because of) the violence and horror of its later scenes. Generally considered to be the masterpiece of Jacobean playwright John Webster, it was first produced in around 1613. It's a macabre tragedy, based on actual events, and tends to be loved or hated by critics while consistently captivating audiences across the centuries. Set in Italy in the early fifteenth century, it starts out as a love story, with the Duchess marrying beneath her class. However, her two brothers, one cool and corrupt, the other violent and warped, have other ideas. With incredible plot twists along the way, the play ends as an utter tragedy, as the brothers take revenge on her, destroying themselves in the process.
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| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2012 |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 96 min |
The Duchess of Malfi — FAQ
Is The Duchess of Malfi worth watching? Recorded live at the Greenwich Theatre, London. The Duchess of Malfi is a popular choice as a set text, despite (or perhaps because of) the violence and horror of its later scenes. Generally considered to be the masterp
Who directed The Duchess of Malfi? Directed by Elizabeth Freestone.
Who is in the cast of The Duchess of Malfi? It stars Peter Bankolé, Edmund Kingsley, Tim Treloar.
Where can I stream The Duchess of Malfi? Streaming availability for The Duchess of Malfi is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did The Duchess of Malfi release? It released in 2012.