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The Master Builder (1988)
Director: Michael Darlow
Cast: Pamela Binns, Donald Churchill, Miranda Richardson, Jane Lapotaire
Runtime138 min
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Ibsen's play is the story of Halvard Solness, Master Builder of a town in Norway. Solness is a successful architect but he's afraid of the being surpassed by those younger than himself. The arrival of a young woman called Hilda stirs up memories and feelings with stories of a promise he made her many years ago.
Critical Reception & Ratings
The 1988 adaptation of Ibsen's play The Master Builder, directed by Michael Darlow, is generally well-received by critics. While not a major awards contender, the film is praised for its thoughtful exploration of the central character's fears and internal struggles. Audience reception is mixed, with the film earning a modest 6.3/10 rating on IMDb.
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The Master Builder is a play by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen. It was first published in December 1892 and is regarded as one of Ibsen's more significant and revealing works.
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