A Man for All Seasons
directed by: Fred Zinnemann, year: 1966
actors: Paul Scofield, Wendy Hiller, Leo McKern, Robert Shaw, Orson Welles
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Description:
A Man for All Seasons is a historical drama film depicting the final years of Sir Thomas More, the 16th-century Lord Chancellor of England who refused to endorse King Henry VIII's separation from the Catholic Church. The film explores themes of integrity, conscience, and the political and religious turmoil of the era. More's unwavering principles lead to a tragic confrontation with the king, showcasing a profound conflict between personal beliefs and political pressures.
Keywords:
Drama, Historical, Religious Conflict, Integrity, 16th Century
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