Coriolanus 1979
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 160 minutes
- Director
- Wilford Leach
- Networks
- Theatre for Film on Tape, New York Shakespeare Festival
What is Coriolanus?
Coriolanus is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under History, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 160 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 31, 1979
- Studios
- Theatre for Film on Tape, New York Shakespeare Festival
- Genres
- History, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.0/10
- Episode runtime
- ~160 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Theatre for Film on Tape, New York Shakespeare Festival
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Coriolanus is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under History, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Theatre for Film on Tape, New York Shakespeare Festival. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A Shakespeare tragedy unfolds as a banished Roman hero seeks vengeance with his sworn enemy.”
- Powerful performances by an all‑black and Hispanic cast
- Authentic Shakespeare text delivered on stage
- Preserves a notable 1979 New York Shakespeare Festival production
- Stage recording limits cinematic visuals
- May feel like a theater performance rather than a film
Watch it if you enjoy powerful theatrical Shakespeare adaptations and groundbreaking minority casting.
The film contains intense political drama and violent themes typical of Shakespeare’s tragedy, suitable for mature audiences.
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What is the setting of Coriolanus?
The story is set in ancient Rome, focusing on the tragic hero Coriolanus.
Is the production performed in modern English?
The production uses Shakespeare’s original English text.
Who produced the 1979 recording?
Producer Joseph Papp organized the New York Shakespeare Festival production.
What is notable about the cast?
The cast consists entirely of Black and Hispanic actors, reflecting Papp’s aim to provide minority opportunities.
How long is the recording?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
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