Movie·1992·0h 23m
A Walk Through Prospero's Library
Directed By
Peter Greenaway
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
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The Story
A short made for TV with director Peter Greenaway discussing the dazzling 3.5 minute opening sequence from his film, 'Prospero's Books'. As Prospero (John Gielgud) walks through his library, Greenaway comments on the historical, mythological, biblical & fictional characters occupying the library.
Producer
Thomas W. Klinger
Cinematography
Sacha Vierny
Editor
Achim Seidel
Themes
Production House
Audience Score
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// cast
Cast
John Gielgud
Prospero
Isabelle Pasco
Miranda
// crew
Crew
Peter Greenaway
Director
Sacha Vierny
Director of Photography
Achim Seidel
Editor
Thomas W. Klinger
Producer
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