King Lear: An Imperfect Mind

King Lear: An Imperfect Mind

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In conversation: Sam Mendes

The film and stage director talks talks to Mark Leipacher about his acclaimed production of King Lear, working with Simon Russell Beale and his career. This is a recording of a live Platform event from May 2014. 

In conversation: The Fool and Kent

Adrian Scarborough and Stanley Townsend talk to Fiona Mountford about Sam Mendes' 2014 production of King Lear. This is a recording of a live Platform event from March 2014. 

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