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Features: DVD
Richard Burton and Peter O'Toole star in this Oscar-winning drama about King Henry II and Thomas Becket, a peasant appointed as Chancellor of England. Troubles with the Church put their friendship to the test with tragic results.
Editor's Note
Two of the finest actors of their generation, Burton and O'Toole, square off in this splendid production of Jean Anouilh's 1959 play. The lifelong friendship of Henry II and the Archbishop of Canterbury, Thomas Becket, is tested and ends in tragedy as Becket grows more confident and thoughtful in his position. Academy Award Nominations: 12, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor- Richard Burton, Best Actor--Peter O'Toole. Academy Awards: Best (Adapted) Screenplay (Edward Anhalt).
Plot Summary
Classic struggle between Church and Monarchy. Thomas Becket and King Henry Plantagenet engage in one of the most famous power struggles in English history. When Becket first becomes chancellor and later Archbishop of Canterbury, a rift grows between Henry II and his old friend. Some eager drunken knights trying to please the disgruntled monarch assassinate the cleric in the cathedral.
| Features | Audio: English Dolby Digital Mono | | Interactive Menus | | Scene Selection |
| Technical Info
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Release Information
| | Studio: MPI |
| Release Date: 5/15/2007 |
| Running Time: 150 minutes |
| Original Release Date: 1964 | | Catalog ID: 1053 | | UPC: 00030306105390 | | Number of Discs: 1 |
Audio & Video
| | Available Audio Tracks: English Narrated | | Video: Color |
Aspect Ratio | | Standard 1.33:1 [4:3] |
| Cast & Crew
| Awards |
Academy Awards (1964) |  | Edward Anhalt, Winner, Best Adapted Screenplay |
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| | Professional Reviews | Sight and Sound
"The real fascination here is the pairing of Peter O'Toole and Richard Burton, both of whom give superb performances." 08/01/2007 p.85 |
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