Overview
A short made for TV with director Peter Greenaway discussing the dazzling 3.5 minute opening sequence from his film, 'Prospero's Books'. As Prospero (John Gielgud) walks through his library, Greenaway comments on the historical, mythological, biblical & fictional characters occupying the library.
Details
Release Date
1992-01-01
Runtime
23 min
Status
Released
Language
EN
Cast
John Gielgud
Prospero
Isabelle Pasco
Miranda
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