Orson Welles
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A 1966 film by Orson Welles based on Shakespeare's Falstaff character and his relationship with Prince Hal and King Henry IV. The film combines text from five plays and features Welles, Jeanne Moreau, John Gielgud, and others.
A 1965 adaptation of Shakespeare's Henry IV and Henry V plays, starring Orson Welles as Sir John Falstaff, a rogue and companion to Prince Hal. The film is considered Welles' favorite and a masterpiece of cinematic art.
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- Comedy, Drama, History
- Orson Welles
- 1967-03-17
A film adaptation of Shakespeare's Henry IV and Henry V plays, starring Orson Welles as the comic and tragic Sir John Falstaff. Learn about the film's production, cast, themes, and legacy in this Criterion Collection page.
- John Falstaff
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Orson Welles plays Shakespeare's fat and funny rogue in this film that covers the two "Henry IV" plays and the death of Falstaff in "Henry V". The film features stunning visuals, a chaotic battle scene, and a rich voice-over by Welles as Falstaff.
A film adaptation of Shakespeare's Henry IV Parts 1 and 2, starring Orson Welles as Falstaff. See critics' reviews, ratings, cast and crew, and streaming options for this classic Welles masterpiece.
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- Orson Welles
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Jan 8, 2016 · In “Chimes at Midnight,” which Welles filmed in 1964 and 1965, he sticks to the period setting. The drama takes place early in the fifteenth century, reaching from jolly Prince Hal, the young ...
A film adaptation of Shakespeare's "Henry IV" and "Henry V" plays, focusing on the character of Sir John Falstaff, a friend and mentor of Prince Hal. The film follows Falstaff's adventures, misadventures, and relationship with Hal as he grows into King Henry V.
