National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue
In 1964, Richard Burton, newly married to Elizabeth Taylor, is to play the title role in an experimental new Broadway production of Hamlet under Sir John Gielgud’s exacting direction. But as rehearsals progress, two ages of theatre collide and the collaboration between actor and director soon threatens to unravel.
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
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National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Mar 21, 2024
Runtime
2h 45m
Genres
Drama
User Score
75%
Original Title
National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue
Production Companies
National Theatre, Neal Street Productions
Director
Sam Mendes
Description
In 1964, Richard Burton, newly married to Elizabeth Taylor, is to play the title role in an experimental new Broadway production of Hamlet under Sir John Gielgud’s exacting direction. But as rehearsals progress, two ages of theatre collide and the collaboration between actor and director soon threatens to unravel.
