The BBC Television Shakespeare | The Tragedy of Coriolanus
Coriolanus
A 1983 BBC television presentation of Shakespeare's classic play. This was broadcast as part of the 37-play BBC Television Shakespeare project. The production contains stylised battle scenes using music and dance.
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Coriolanus (2011)
Ralph Fiennes's acclaimed directorial debut transposes Shakespeare's Roman tragedy to a contemporary Balkan conflict. Contains some strong language and some violence.
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Shakespeare In Perspective | Coriolanus
General Sir John Hackett gives an introduction to Shakespeare's Coriolanus which portrays a soldier hero who is destroyed by his unyielding pride.