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Macbeth (1948)
Director: Orson Welles
Cast: Orson Welles, Jeanette Nolan, Dan O'Herlihy, Roddy McDowall
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86%Runtime107 min
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Three witches predict that Macbeth will ascend to the throne of Scotland. To fulfill this prophecy, Lady Macbeth convinces her husband to murder King Duncan, who has come to spend the night at their home. This crime plunges the new ruler into a macabre spiral that will lead him to sink into guilt and madness.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Orson Welles' 1948 adaptation of Macbeth is considered a critically acclaimed take on the classic Shakespearean tragedy, earning an 86% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film's dark, brooding atmosphere and Welles' powerful performance as the title character have resonated with audiences, reflected in its 7.4/10 IMDb score.
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Macbeth is a 1948 American historical drama directed by Orson Welles. A film adaptation of William Shakespeare's tragedy of the same name, it tells the story of the Scottish general who becomes the King of Scotland through treachery and murder. The film stars Welles in the lead role and Jeanette Nolan as Lady Macbeth.
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