The BBC Television Shakespeare | Measure for Measure

Measure for Measure

A 1979 BBC production of Shakespeare's classic comedy which occasionally veers into more troublesome territory, as the characters face dark and ambiguous moral choices. This was broadcast as part of the 37-play BBC Television Shakespeare project.

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Content
  • Type: Plays
  • Channel: BBC Two
  • Duration: 2'25'00''
  • Broadcast date: 1979
Usage

UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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