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Prospero's Books

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"A magician's spell, the innocence of young love and a dream of revenge unite to create a tempest."

Duration

2h 06m

Release

30 Aug 1991

Country

United StatesUnited Kingdom

Language

English

Overview

An exiled magician finds an opportunity for revenge against his enemies muted when his daughter and the son of his chief enemy fall in love in this uniquely structured retelling of the 'The Tempest'.

Plot

The magician Prospero attempts to stop his daughter's affair with an enemy.

Cast

John GielgudMichael ClarkMichel Blanc

Ratings

Internet Movie Database: 6.8/10Rotten Tomatoes: 62%

Details

Director

Peter Greenaway

Writers

William ShakespearePeter Greenaway

Revenue

$1,750,301

Budget

$1,725,000

Awards

Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award3 wins & 4 nominations total

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