The Tempest (1979)
The Tempest is a 1979 drama movie directed by Derek Jarman, with a running time of 1h 35m. It stars Heathcote Williams, Toyah Willcox and Karl Johnson.
Prospero, a potent magician, lives on a desolate isle with his virginal daughter, Miranda. He's in exile, banished from his duchy by his usurping brother and the King of Naples. Providence brings these enemies near; aided by his vassal the spirit Ariel, Prospero conjures a tempest to wreck the Italian ship. The king's son, thinking all others lost, becomes Prospero's prisoner, falling in love with Miranda and she with him. Prospero's brother and the king wander the island, as do a drunken cook and sailor, who conspire with Caliban, Prospero's beastly slave, to murder Prospero. Prospero wants reason to triumph, Ariel wants his freedom, Miranda a husband; the sailors want to dance.
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What is The Tempest about?
Prospero, a potent magician, lives on a desolate isle with his virginal daughter, Miranda. He's in exile, banished from his duchy by his usurping brother and the King of Naples. Providence brings these enemies near; aided by his vassal the spirit Ariel, Prospero conjures a tempest to wreck the Italian ship. The king's son, thinking all others lost, becomes Prospero's prisoner, falling in love with Miranda and she with him. Prospero's brother and the king wander the island, as do a drunken cook and sailor, who conspire with Caliban, Prospero's beastly slave, to murder Prospero. Prospero wants reason to triumph, Ariel wants his freedom, Miranda a husband; the sailors want to dance.
When was The Tempest released?
The Tempest was released on 13 September 1979.
How long is The Tempest?
The Tempest runs 1h 35m.
Who made The Tempest?
The Tempest was directed by Derek Jarman.
Where can I watch The Tempest?
The Tempest is available on Hoopla, Kanopy and Tubi TV.
Where to watch The Tempest
Watch free with ads: Tubi TV
Cast
- Heathcote Williams as Prospero, the Right Duke of Milan
- Toyah Willcox as Miranda, his daughter
- Karl Johnson as Ariel, an airy spirit
- Jack Birkett as Caliban, a savage and deformed slave
- Peter Bull as Alonso, the King of Naples
- David Meyer as Ferdinand, his son
- Neil Cunningham as Sebastian, his brother
- Richard Warwick as Antonio, his brother
- Christopher Biggins as Stephano, a drunken mariner
- Peter Turner as Trinculo, his friend
- Ken Campbell as Gonzalo, an honest councillor
- Elisabeth Welch as A Goddess