Henry VIII (1911) is a British historical film based on the play of the same name by William Shakespeare. The film consisted of scenes from the play; it was released for six weeks before all copies were burnt. At a time when films based on Shakespeare plays were common, the film was considered to have a unique appeal and had considerable success. It was well-viewed in contemporary newspapers.
Henry VIII (1911)
Directed by William Barker
Genres - Drama, History, Silent Film |
Sub-Genres - Silent Feature, Silent Film |
Release Date - Jan 2, 1911 |
Run Time - 40 min. |
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Herbert Tree, Shakespeare
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Narrative Location: London
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Henry VIII
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