Edward II (1992)

Synopsis of Edward II

Two years before director Derek Jarman died of AIDS, he directed this extremely ambitious variation on Christopher Marlowe's 16th-century play. While Marlowe is the root of this film, Jarman has taken a great deal of leeway with the manner of presentation. The story revolves around King Edward's open homosexuality, which eventually led to his murder and succession. Instead of lush historical settings, the film uses bare walls and dirt floors and puts the cast into smart suits. This "staginess" works to the advantage of Jarman's design, and he takes every opportunity to anachronize. (For example, Annie Lennox shows up to provide a lovely rendition of Cole Porter's "Every Time We Say Goodbye".) A striking film, and a high point of Jarman's career. ~ John Voorhees, Rovi

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Theatrical Feature Running Time:

90 mins

Director(s):

Derek Jarman

Writer(s):

Ken Butler, Derek Jarman, Steve Clark-Hall

Producer(s):

Antony Root, Steve Clark-Hall, Sarah Radclyffe

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

R(Nudity, Not For Children, Violence, Profanity, Strong Sexual Content)

• 1992 - Berlin International Film Festival - FIPRESCI Prize for Young Cinema
• 1991 - Venice International Film Festival - Volpi Cup for Best Actress

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