Hedda Gabler
Synopsis
Stuck in a loveless marriage to intellectual George Tesman, the ambitious Hedda Gabler hungers for a life her husband can't provide. Then a former flame, the successful Eilert, enters the picture, violence and blackmail aren't far behind.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Cunliffe
- Screenplay & Story
- Henrik Ibsen, John Osborne
- Original Title
- Hedda Gabler
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Yorkshire Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Cunliffe
Henrik Ibsen, John Osborne
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David Cunliffe
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hedda Gabler
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What is Hedda Gabler about?
Stuck in a loveless marriage to intellectual George Tesman, the ambitious Hedda Gabler hungers for a life her husband can't provide. Then a former flame, the successful Eilert, enters the picture, violence and blackmail aren't far behind.
Who directed Hedda Gabler?
Hedda Gabler was directed by David Cunliffe.
Who stars in Hedda Gabler?
The principal cast of Hedda Gabler includes Diana Rigg, Philip Bond, Kathleen Byron, Elizabeth Bell, Denis Lill.
When was Hedda Gabler released and how long is it?
Hedda Gabler was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.