King Lear (1988)

  • CategoryComedy, Drama
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Runtime1h 31m
  • DirectorJean-Luc Godard
  • IMDb Rating6.5
  • Year1988
  • Release dateJan 22, 1988
  • StarsPeter Sellars, Burgess Meredith, Julie Delpy, Leos Carax
King Lear

King Lear

ComedyDrama

A descendant of Shakespeare tries to restore his plays in a world rebuilding itself after the Chernobyl catastrophe obliterates most of human civilization.

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King Lear (1988) holds a 6.5/10 audience rating on 1337x. "Jealous love leads to destruction." This captivating Comedy and Drama film delivers a memorable cinematic experience from start to finish. Directed by Jean-Luc Godard, the film showcases masterful storytelling and visual artistry. Featuring standout performances from Peter Sellars, Burgess Meredith, Julie Delpy, the cast brings depth and authenticity to every scene. It has a runtime of 1h 31m. A descendant of Shakespeare tries to restore his plays in a world rebuilding itself after the Chernobyl catastrophe obliterates most of human civilization.