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King Lear

6.1/10

Rating

115 min

Runtime

2018

Release Year

Richard Eyre

Director

Cast

Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson, Emily Watson, Jim Broadbent, Florence Pugh

Quick Synopsis

In this story set in a kingdom ruled by an aging monarch, the king decides to divide his realm among his three daughters. He chooses to give power to his two older daughters, who are deceitful and eager to flatter him, while he disowns his youngest daughter, who truly loves him and speaks honestly. This decision leads to conflict and turmoil within the family and the kingdom, as the king's judgment proves to be flawed and causes serious consequences.

Detailed Synopsis of King Lear

An aging King invites disaster, when he abdicates to his corrupt, toadying daughters, and rejects his loving and honest one.

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