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Becket is a 1964 British historical drama film about the historic, tumultuous relationship between Henry II of England and his friend-turned-bishop Thomas Becket. It is a dramatic film adaptation of the 1959 play Becket or the Honour of God by Jean Anouilh made by Hal Wallis Productions and released by Paramount Pictures . [3]
A historical drama film based on Jean Anouilh's play, starring Richard Burton as Thomas Becket, the Archbishop of Canterbury who defied King Henry II (Peter O'Toole). The film won an Oscar for Best Writing and depicts the conflict between the church and the state in 12th century England.
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- Biography, Drama, History
- Peter Glenville
- 1964-03-11
Beckett is a 2021 action thriller film directed by Ferdinando Cito Filomarino and produced by Luca Guadagnino.The film stars John David Washington as an American tourist vacationing in Greece who becomes the target of a manhunt after an accident embroils him in a political conspiracy, and he must reach the embassy to clear his name; Boyd Holbrook, Vicky Krieps, and Alicia Vikander also star.
Feb 12, 2023 · Debauched King Henry II (Peter O'Toole) installs his longtime court facilitator Thomas Becket (Richard Burton) as the Archbishop of Canterbury, assuming that...
- 148 min
- 456K
- DK Classics
Becket. For the first time in more than 40 years, experience two of the greatest actors of our time in one of the most honored motion pictures in history. Peter O'Toole delivers an electrifying performance as the mischievous Henry II, who surprises England by naming his fellow rogue and trusted valet Thomas Becket (Richard Burton) as Chancellor.
Becket is a movie about the conflict between King Henry II and his former friend Thomas Becket, who becomes the Archbishop of Canterbury and challenges the king's authority. The film features Richard Burton and Peter O'Toole in the lead roles and has mixed reviews from critics and audiences.
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- History, Drama
- PG-13
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Aug 13, 2021 · John David Washington stars as an American tourist who becomes a target of a manhunt after a car accident in Greece. The film, directed by Ferdinando Cito Filomarino, explores themes of survival, lies and political conspiracy.
