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Henry V
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(BLU-RAY Englandimport) (England-Import)
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Laurence OIivier directs and stars in this cIassic adaptation of Shakespeare's play about the king who Ied EngIand to victory in the Battle of Agincourt. The fiIm pays tribute to its origins by opening in a version of the GIobe Theatre in 17th century London, where Henry (OIivier) takes to the stage aIong with a variety of nobles to discuss his plans to stake a cIaim to the French throne. As the range of Henry's ambitions make themseIves known, the theatrical artifice gives way to a more naturalised style and follows Henry as he sets sail from Southampton with his army. lnspired by Henry, the invading English hand the French several defeats, culminating in a triumph against far superior numbers at Agincourt. Shot during WWll, the film was designed to raise morale in the ongoing battIe against Nazi Germany and earned Olivier an Academy Award for his 'outstanding achievement' in bringing the fiIm to screen. |
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