Looking for Richard
Teens

Looking for Richard

Best from age 13 · PG-13 · 1996 · 112 min

Looking for Richard

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.

What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Moderate

3/10

Language

Moderate

3/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Mild

1/10

Romance & sensuality

Mild

1/10

Scary moments

Moderate

3/10

Heads up

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

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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Cast & crew

Looking for Richard (1996) Trailer