Fresh
This is a definitive visual portrait of Richard II, the single best widely available instance of a severely underrated history play with dramatic thematic ramifications for English identity.
Kevin McFarland, AV Club
Overview
KING RICHARD is called upon to settle a dispute between his cousin HENRY BOLINGBROKE and THOMAS MOWBRAY. RICHARD calls for a duel but then halts it just before swords clash. Both men are banished from the realm. RICHARD visits JOHN OF GAUNT, BOLINGBROKE’s Father, who, in the throes of death, reprimands the King. After seizing GAUNT’s money and lands, RICHARD leaves for wars against the rebels in Ireland. BOLINGBROKE returns to claim back his inheritance. Supported by his allies, NORTHUMBERLAND and the DUKE OF YORK, BOLINGBROKE takes RICHARD prisoner and lays claim to the throne.
Director and cast
- Rupert Goold Director
- Ben Whishaw as King Richard
- Rory Kinnear as Henry Bolingbroke
- Patrick Stewart as John of Gaunt
- James Purefoy as Thomas Mowbray
- David Morrissey as Earl of Northumberland
- Clémence Poésy as Queen Isabella
- David Suchet as Duke of York
- Tom Hughes as Duke of Aumerle
- Lindsay Duncan as Duchess of York
- Peter de Jersey as Lord Ross
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
Fresh
This rich and rewarding rendering is powerful thanks to the enduring words, the casting and the terrific performance of Ben Whishaw as Richard.
Joanne Ostrow, Denver Post
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