Synopsis
This programme looks for the real King Henry V in Medieval history, on the Shakespearean stage and in Olivier's film. It sets out to show each age rewrites the history to get the image of the King it wants or needs.
Further Information
Similar plays, poems and sonnets
Shakespeare In Perspective | Henry V
Lord Chalfont offers a personal view of the play Henry V; he describes the epic military campaign on which the play is based and assesses Henry's qualities as a leader.
Words and Music | Leadership
William Shakespeare - Henry V: Act IV, prologue