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Topic: Film "As You Like It" (1978). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1978
- Release date
- Dec 17, 1978
- Genres
- Comedy, TV Movie, Romance
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 8.2/10
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Topic: Film "As You Like It" (1978).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Title: As You Like It (1978).
Release Date (US): 02/28/1979 (Source 1).
Genres: Comedy, TV Movie, Romance (Source 1).
Runtime: 2h 31m (Source 1).
Part of: "The BBC Television Shakespeare" (Source 2).
Plot:
Orlando is forced to work like a servant for his brother Oliver.
Orlando enters a wrestling contest to win his fortune.
He meets Rosalind, a lady of the court.
Rosalind is the daughter of the deposed duke.
Rosalind is companion to Celia, the niece of the deposed duke.
The current duke banishes Rosalind from the kingdom.
Rosalind, Celia, the court jester, and Orlando end up in the forest of Arden.
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of comedy and tv movie that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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As You Like It holds a community rating of 8.2/10. It offers engaging Comedy, TV Movie for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie As You Like It and when was it released?
As You Like It is a feature film with a runtime of 110 minutes. It was released in 1978.
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