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Richard III (1955)

Criterion / Year: 1955

DVD Criterion 2-disc More Info Criterion Collection 2-Disc Set Region Code: 1 UPC: 715515104715 Catalog #: DV11588304 Languages: English (Primary), English subtitles	Usually ships in 5-10 days	$26.99 (10% off) List Price: $29.99
Blu-ray More Info Region Code: 1 UPC: 715515104616 Catalog #: DB11588305 Languages: English (Primary), English subtitles	Usually ships in 5-10 days	$36.99 (7% off) List Price: $39.99

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Synopsis

In the majestic and sweeping 1955 version of Richard III, Laurence Olivier transfigures Shakespeare's great historical drama into a mesmerizing vision of Machiavellian villainy. Olivier's performance, considered by many the greatest of his career, charges Richard with magnetic malevolence as he steals his brother Edward's crown through a murderous set of machinations. His inspired direction brings to the screen superlative performances by actors Ralph Richardson and John Gielgud, and the young Claire Bloom.

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Review

Olivier leads a dream cast as the physically grotesque and completely villainous Richard III, King of England. Sir Larry seems to revel in his part as the vile and fiendish hellhound who cavorts his way into conquest on the battlefield and in the boudoir. Outstanding on every level.

Product Format Information

DVD : $26.99 (Criterion Collection 2-Disc Set)

Availability: Usually ships in
5-10 days
Region Code: 1
UPC: 715515104715
Catalog #: DV11588304

Studio : Criterion

Languages: English (Primary) , English Subtitles
Features:
New high-definition digital master of the Film Foundation's 2012 restoration
Audio commentary: By playwright and stage director Russell Lees and John Wilders
Interview(s): With actor Laurence Olivier from a 1966 episode of Great Acting
Gallery of behind-the-scenes and production stills and posters
Twelve-minute television trailer featuring footage of Olivier and other cast
Booklet: Featuring an essay by film critic Amy Taubin
Original theatrical trailer

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Blu-ray : $36.99

Availability: Usually ships in
5-10 days
Region Code: 1
UPC: 715515104616
Catalog #: DB11588305

Studio : Criterion

Languages: English (Primary) , English Subtitles
Aspect Ratio: 1.77, Widescreen
Features:
New high-definition digital master of the Film Foundation's 2012 restoration
Audio commentary: By playwright and stage director Russell Lees and John Wilders
Interview(s): With actor Laurence Olivier from a 1966 episode of Great Acting
Gallery of behind-the-scenes and production stills and posters
Twelve-minute television trailer featuring footage of Olivier and other cast
Booklet: Featuring an essay by film critic Amy Taubin