Riccardo III
Synopsis
Riccardo III is a theatre play staged in 1977 and also edited for television and aired in 1981, which Carmelo Bene dedicated to his friend Gilles Deleuze, who wrote a book about it before even seeing it. Bene strips down the original Shakespeare play to the core, rejecting plot and characters, leaving on stage only Riccardo III and his ghosts, the female characters. The TV version is characterized by an exstensive use of close-ups and strong light contrast.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Carmelo Bene
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare, Carmelo Bene
- Original Title
- Riccardo III
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Carmelo Bene
William Shakespeare, Carmelo Bene
Department Leadership Roster
Carmelo Bene
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Riccardo III.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring Riccardo III.
list0
More Like Riccardo III
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Riccardo III
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Riccardo III about?
Riccardo III is a theatre play staged in 1977 and also edited for television and aired in 1981, which Carmelo Bene dedicated to his friend Gilles Deleuze, who wrote a book about it before even seeing it. Bene strips down the original Shakespeare play to the core, rejecting plot and characters, leaving on stage only Riccardo III and his ghosts, the female characters. The TV version is characterized by an exstensive use of close-ups and strong light contrast.
Who directed Riccardo III?
Riccardo III was directed by Carmelo Bene.
Who stars in Riccardo III?
The principal cast of Riccardo III includes Carmelo Bene, Lydia Mancinelli, Maria Grazia Grassini, Susanna Javicoli, Laura Morante.
When was Riccardo III released and how long is it?
Riccardo III was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.