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King Lear is a proud man who solicits praise from his three daughters in return for inheritance of the kingdom. Daughters Goneril and Regan profess their affection vehemently. Cordelia, who does not respect the process her father has chosen, does not humor him. Lear's perceived rejection from Cordelia leads to her banishment, thus splitting the kingdom between the other two. This hasty decision becomes his fatal error.
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Cast
infidelity
romantic rivalry
based on play or musical
dysfunctional family
murder
betrayal
sibling rivalry
political unrest
ostracism
father daughter relationship
sister sister relationship
death by hanging
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Questions about King Lear
How long is King Lear?
King Lear has a runtime of 2h 17m (2 hours and 17 minutes).
Who directed King Lear?
King Lear was directed by Peter Brook and released in 1970.
What genre is King Lear?
King Lear is a Drama film (1970).
Who stars in King Lear?
The cast of King Lear includes Paul Scofield, Irene Worth, Susan Engel, Anne-Lise Gabold, Alan Webb.
What is the TMDB rating for King Lear?
King Lear has a TMDB rating of 6.5/10 based on 20 votes.
