Henry V (Olivier)
'Henry V' is one of Shakespeare's most compelling historical plays. Laurence Olivier won a special Oscar for outstanding achievement as an actor, producer and director in bringing this impressive Technicolor film to the screen, an historical spectacle that includes the battle of Agincourt and serves as a stirring patriotic metaphor for England's survival in World War II. With Robert Newton, Leslie Banks, Renee Asherson and Leo Genn.
Year: 1944
Genre: Shakespeare, Film Festivals 1989, Alice's Playhouse, Best of the 1940s, Movies (1001 You Must See Before You Die), Royalty
Country: UK
Director: Laurence Olivier
Starring: Laurence Olivier, Leslie Banks, Robert Newton, Esmond Knight, Renee Asherson, Felix Aylmer, Leo Genn
Duration: 136 Minutes
Rating: G
7.7/10
Location in store: Alice's Playhouse (Shakespeare)
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