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The Lion in Winter [DVD] [Vintage Classics]

  • PG
  • DVD
  • 1 disc
  • Region 1 USA/CA (info)
  • Set over Christmas of 1183, this classic royal costume dramas concerns Henry II's effort to choose a worthy successor. Powerful Henry II (Peter O'Toole) favors his youngest son John (Nigel Terry), while his strong-willed wife Eleanor (Katherine Hepburn) feels the honor should be bestowed upon eldest son Richard the Lionhearted (Anthony Hopkins, in his screen debut). This disagreement leads the family to a war of wills that will stress every bond of love, trust, and honor. This acclaimed adaptation of James Goldman's play was also the first film for Timothy Dalton. Academy Award Nominations: 7, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor--Peter O'Toole. Academy Awards: 3, including Best (Adapted) Screenplay, Best Actress--Katharine Hepburn (shared with Barbra Streisand - "Funny Girl").

    Academy Awards Best Actress 1968 Katharine Hepburn Oscar-winning American actress, ON GOLDEN POND, THE PHILADEL
    Academy Awards Best Original Score 1968 John Barry Score composer
    Academy Awards Best Adapted Screenplay 1968 James Goldman Screenwriter/Playwright

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  • Additional Info
    Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 1001587

  • Credits
    Peter O'Toole, Katharine Hepburn, Jane Merrow, Timothy Dalton, Anthony Hopkins, Anthony Hopkines, Anthony Hopkins, John Castle, Nigel Stock, Nigel Terry
  • Critic Reviews
    "...It's more fun than ever seeing Peter O'Toole trading verbal venom with Katherine Hepburn..."
    USA Today

    "...[With] barbed dialogue, sharp characterisations and Machiavellian intrigues..."
    Total Film

    4 stars out of 5 -- "[T]he combination of James Goldman's sharp script and icily perfect performances from an obscenely talented cast make this a gripping historical thriller."
    Empire

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