King Lear
Synopsis
The Stratford Festival’s critically acclaimed performance of King Lear. An aging monarch resolves to divide his kingdom among his three daughters, with consequences he little expects. His reason shattered in the storm of violent emotion that ensues, with his very life hanging in the balance, Lear loses everything that has defined him as a king – and thereby discovers the essence of his own humanity.
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King Lear Trailer | Stratford Festival On Film
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-04-22
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Colm Feore
King Lear
Jonathan Goad
Kent
Sara Farb
Cordelia
Maev Beaty
Goneril
Liisa Repo-Martell
Regan
Stephen Ouimette
Fool
Scott Wentworth
Gloucester
Evan Buliung
Edgar
Brad Hodder
Edmund
Michael Blake
Albany
Mike Shara
Cornwall
Thomas Olajide
Oswald
Karl Ang
King of France
Derek Moran
Burgundy
Xuan Fraser
Curan
Robert King
Old Man
Josue Laboucane
Captain
Gordon S. Miller
Herald / Knight
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 25, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joan Tosoni
- Original Score
- Keith Thomas
- Original Title
- King Lear
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 36m
- Production Studios
- Melbar Entertainment Group, Stratford Festival
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joan Tosoni
Keith Thomas
Joseph Interisano
George Roulston
Barry Avrich
Department Leadership Roster
Barry Avrich
Producer
Joan Tosoni
Director
George Roulston
Editor
Joseph Interisano
Director of Photography
Keith Thomas
Original Music Composer
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What is King Lear about?
The Stratford Festival’s critically acclaimed performance of King Lear. An aging monarch resolves to divide his kingdom among his three daughters, with consequences he little expects. His reason shattered in the storm of violent emotion that ensues, with his very life hanging in the balance, Lear loses everything that has defined him as a king – and thereby discovers the essence of his own humanity.
Who directed King Lear?
King Lear was directed by Joan Tosoni.
Who stars in King Lear?
The principal cast of King Lear includes Colm Feore, Jonathan Goad, Sara Farb, Maev Beaty, Liisa Repo-Martell.
When was King Lear released and how long is it?
King Lear was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 2h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for King Lear?
The original motion picture soundtrack for King Lear was composed by Keith Thomas.
What is the age rating and content advisory for King Lear?
King Lear holds official age classifications: CA: 14A.