Sat August 16, 2014
The Tempest (Derek Jarman; U.K., 1979)
SEE EVENT DETAILS
at PFA Theater
(see times)
New Digital Restoration!
“An eccentric, often disconcerting version of William Shakespeare’s The Tempest that is nonetheless electrifying.”—Film Journal
Brooding and darkly laden with heavily symbolic imagery, Jarman’s terrific third feature is considered by many to be the most evocative Shakespeare adaptation ever to reach the screen. Rich images of shining gold and dark water dominate, while furtive magus Prospero converses with—and attempts to manipulate—forceful Ariel, a spirit from the beyond. Superlative performances are delivered by a fine ensemble cast, but Elisabeth Welch and her utterly delicious rendition of “Stormy Weather” steal the show!
—BFI
• Adapted by Jarman from the play by William Shakespeare. Photographed by Peter Middleton. With Heathcote Williams, Karl Johnson, Toyah Wilcox, Peter Bull. (95 mins, Color, DCP, From BFI, permission Kino Lorber)
show less
“An eccentric, often disconcerting version of William Shakespeare’s The Tempest that is nonetheless electrifying.”—Film Journal
Brooding and darkly laden with heavily symbolic imagery, Jarman’s terrific third feature is considered by many to be the most evocative Shakespeare adaptation ever to reach the screen. Rich images of shining gold and dark water dominate, while furtive magus Prospero converses with—and attempts to manipulate—forceful Ariel, a spirit from the beyond. Superlative performances are delivered by a fine ensemble cast, but Elisabeth Welch and her utterly delicious rendition of “Stormy Weather” steal the show!
—BFI
• Adapted by Jarman from the play by William Shakespeare. Photographed by Peter Middleton. With Heathcote Williams, Karl Johnson, Toyah Wilcox, Peter Bull. (95 mins, Color, DCP, From BFI, permission Kino Lorber)
New Digital Restoration!
“An eccentric, often disconcerting version of William Shakespeare’s The Tempest that is nonetheless electrifying.”—Film Journal
Brooding and darkly laden with heavily symbolic imagery, Jarman’s terrific third feature is considered by many to be the most evocative Shakespeare adaptation ever to reach the screen. Rich images of shining gold and dark water dominate, while furtive magus Prospero converses with—and attempts to manipulate—forceful Ariel, a spirit from the beyond. Superlative performances are delivered by a fine ensemble cast, but Elisabeth Welch and her utterly delicious rendition of “Stormy Weather” steal the show!
—BFI
• Adapted by Jarman from the play by William Shakespeare. Photographed by Peter Middleton. With Heathcote Williams, Karl Johnson, Toyah Wilcox, Peter Bull. (95 mins, Color, DCP, From BFI, permission Kino Lorber)
read more
“An eccentric, often disconcerting version of William Shakespeare’s The Tempest that is nonetheless electrifying.”—Film Journal
Brooding and darkly laden with heavily symbolic imagery, Jarman’s terrific third feature is considered by many to be the most evocative Shakespeare adaptation ever to reach the screen. Rich images of shining gold and dark water dominate, while furtive magus Prospero converses with—and attempts to manipulate—forceful Ariel, a spirit from the beyond. Superlative performances are delivered by a fine ensemble cast, but Elisabeth Welch and her utterly delicious rendition of “Stormy Weather” steal the show!
—BFI
• Adapted by Jarman from the play by William Shakespeare. Photographed by Peter Middleton. With Heathcote Williams, Karl Johnson, Toyah Wilcox, Peter Bull. (95 mins, Color, DCP, From BFI, permission Kino Lorber)
show less
Date/Times:
PFA Theater
2575 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94720
The Best Events
Every Week in Your Inbox
From Our Sponsors
UPCOMING EVENTS
Great suggestion! We'll be in touch.
Event reviewed successfully.