Black Legend
Synopsis
A dramatic retelling of the brutal double murder of Martha Broomham and her son Robert perpetrated by her husband George and his mistress Dorothy Newman on 23 February 1676.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
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Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Cooke, John Schlesinger
- Screenplay & Story
- John Schlesinger, Alan Cooke
- Original Title
- Black Legend
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Mount Pleasant Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Cooke, John Schlesinger
John Schlesinger, Alan Cooke
Alan Cooke, John Schlesinger
Department Leadership Roster
Alan Cooke
Director
John Schlesinger
Director
Alan Cooke
Producer
John Schlesinger
Writer
Alan Cooke
Writer
John Schlesinger
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Legend
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Black Legend about?
A dramatic retelling of the brutal double murder of Martha Broomham and her son Robert perpetrated by her husband George and his mistress Dorothy Newman on 23 February 1676.
Who directed Black Legend?
Black Legend was directed by Alan Cooke, John Schlesinger.
Who stars in Black Legend?
The principal cast of Black Legend includes Robert Hardy, Alan Cooke, John Schlesinger.
When was Black Legend released and how long is it?
Black Legend was released in 1949 with a total runtime of Unknown.