PG-13

Looking for Richard

A four hundred year old work-in-progress.

1996 • 112 min • Documentary

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Synopsis

Al Pacino's deeply-felt rumination on Shakespeare's significance and relevance to the modern world through interviews and an in-depth analysis of "Richard III."

Our family guide

Best from age 13

Movie Knight Score

150 reviews

68 Audience · 150 · 100%

Al Pacino explores the enduring power of Shakespeare through his efforts to stage "Richard III." This documentary blends rehearsals, interviews, and historical context to make Shakespeare accessible and relevant for a modern audience.

Violence & peril: 3/10
Language: 3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 1/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 3/10

Heads up

Discussions of murder and political intrigue
Occasional strong language
Brief historical battle imagery

What it models well

Appreciating classic literature
The art of performance
Exploring history and human nature

Talk about it after

Why is Shakespeare still relevant today?
How do actors prepare for complex roles?
What makes a villain compelling?

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