Release Date

31 Dec, 2012

Runtime

00:43: (HH:MM)

Synopsis

From early rehearsals to the final performance, this in-depth exploration provides a behind-the-scenes look at how the RSC reimagined a Shakespearean classic for modern audiences. As Gregory Doran's directorial vision unfolds, traditional African dance is seamlessly integrated into Caesar's triumphant entrance and Mark Antony's funeral speech, while the set designers create a palpable atmosphere of dictatorship and unrest. Cyril Nri (Cassius) discusses how the cast draws on African leadership archetypes to infuse the narrative with cultural relevance, and Paterson Joseph (Brutus) reflects on his character's internal conflict, highlighting how it mirrors the difficult choices faced by contemporary revolutionaries. The documentary intersperses live performances with audience reactions, highlighting the powerful resonance of the adaptation.

Original Title

The Making of Julius Caesar: Royal Shakespeare Company

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Actors

Gregory Doran

John Wyver

Jeffery Kissoon

Joseph Mydell

Samantha Lawson

Cyril Nri

Chinna Wodu

Paterson Joseph

Matilda Wainwright

Adjoa Andoh

Andrew French

Chiké Okonkwo

Mark Ebulue

Ray Fearon

Simon Manyonda

Theo Ogundipe

Ivanno Jeremiah

Crew

Ian Serfontein

Matthew Flack

Todd MacDonald

John Wyver