Riccardo III
Originally released in 1981. Riccardo III is a comedy/tv movie film. directed by Carmelo Bene. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Carmelo Bene, Lydia Mancinelli, and Maria Grazia Grassini
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 7, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Frequently Asked Questions
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 seei...
Who directed Riccardo III?
Riccardo III was directed by Carmelo Bene.
How long is Riccardo III?
Riccardo III has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was Riccardo III released?
Riccardo III was released on December 7, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Riccardo III?
The main cast of Riccardo III includes Carmelo Bene, Lydia Mancinelli, Maria Grazia Grassini, Susanna Javicoli, Laura Morante.