The Tempest [VHS]

The Tempest [VHS]
by George Schaefer

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Actor: Lee Remick, Liam Redmond, Maurice Evans, Richard Burton, Roddy McDowall
Director: George Schaefer
Producer: George Schaefer
Writer: John Edward Friend
Writer: William Shakespeare
Edition: VHS Tape
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: PAL
Running Time: 76 minutes

VHS Movie Reviews of The Tempest [VHS]

Movie Review: The Best Version of The Tempest
Summary: 5 Stars

This is the best version of The Tempest that I have seen. Maurice Evans is superb as Prospero, and to see the young Burton as Caliban is a delight and a rare treat.

Movie Review: The Tempest
Summary: 4 Stars

Hollywood has never done justice to Shakespeare's Tempest. I recommend this TV production. It is short and amateurish, but the cast is superb. Lovely Lee Remick is Prospero's daughter, Miranda. Richard Burton plays Caliban. I would have cast Burton as Prospero. Burton was a heavyweight and would have brought a dignity to the character which is lacking. Roddy McDowell as Ariel prances around like one of Schwarzenegger's "girlie-men." The Tempest is fun. There is something comforting about an island setting, a storm and an old man working magic to ensure his daughter's future.

Movie Review: A missing gem
Summary: 5 Stars

A&E rebroadcast the 1960 made-for-TV version of Shakespeare's "The Tempest" in the 80's and reminded me of the brilliance of early live television. While confined to a typical studio stage, the production excelled in performances, costumes, and direction. Imagine Richard Burton stealing the show while made up as the monster Caliban, with the character's limited lines. Lee Remick is youthful and beautiful. Look for Leo McKern and Tom Poston in supporting roles. Roddy MacDowell is perfect as the sprite Ariel and wears a costume that rivals any modern effort. This production is nearly perfect and should be beheld by any lover of Shakespeare's work.

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