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Mary, Queen of Scots

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Released: 11th July 2022. The historical rivalry between two of Britain’s most fascinating monarchs is brought brilliantly to life in this thrilling period drama. When the Catholic Mary, Queen of Scots (Vanessa Redgrave) returns to her homeland to claim her throne, the court of her cousin, the Protestant Elizabeth I (Glenda Jackson) in neighbouring England, is thrown into turmoil, as the question of succession becomes an ever-pressing concern to the ‘Virgin Queen’. Political machinations and intrigue abound as the competing camps jostle for dominance, with the threat of the executioner’s axe looming large. Stunning performances by Vanessa Redgrave and Glenda Jackson are supported by a stellar ensemble cast including Trevor Howard, Ian Holm and Timothy Dalton. Extras Presented in High Definition Audio commentary by film historian and critic Sergio Mims (2020) Isolated John Barry score with commentary from film historians Nick Redman and Jon Burlingame Riding High (2022, 6 mins): actor Frances White recalls a fewof her most memorable experiences on location The Guardian Lecture: Glenda Jackson (1982, 77 mins, audio only): the actor interviewed at the National Film Theatre Now and Then: Vanessa Redgrave (1968, 30 mins):the actor is interviewed by Bernard Braden for his never broadcast series Promotional trailer (1971, 4 mins) Image gallery Newly created audio description track Newly commissioned reversible sleeve art byartist David Downton ***FIRST PRESSING ONLY*** Illustrated booklet with a new essay by Ellen Cheshire and selected biographies by John Oliver

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  • Details

    Released:
    11th July 2022
    Category:
    Drama
    Studio:
    BFI
    Format:
    Blu-ray
    Certification:
    12 – Suitable for 12 years and over
    Barcode:
    5035673014615
  • Description

    The historical rivalry between two of Britain’s most fascinating monarchs is brought brilliantly to life in this thrilling period drama.

    When the Catholic Mary, Queen of Scots (Vanessa Redgrave) returns to her homeland to claim her throne, the court of her cousin, the Protestant Elizabeth I (Glenda Jackson) in neighbouring England, is thrown into turmoil, as the question of succession becomes an ever-pressing concern to the ‘Virgin Queen’. Political machinations and intrigue abound as the competing camps jostle for dominance, with the threat of the executioner’s axe looming large.

    Stunning performances by Vanessa Redgrave and Glenda Jackson are supported by a stellar ensemble cast including Trevor Howard, Ian Holm and Timothy Dalton.

    Extras
    • Presented in High Definition
    • Audio commentary by film historian and critic Sergio Mims (2020)
    • Isolated John Barry score with commentary from film historians Nick Redman and Jon Burlingame
    • Riding High (2022, 6 mins): actor Frances White recalls a fewof her most memorable experiences on location
    • The Guardian Lecture: Glenda Jackson (1982, 77 mins, audio only): the actor interviewed at the National Film Theatre
    • Now and Then: Vanessa Redgrave (1968, 30 mins):the actor is interviewed by Bernard Braden for his never broadcast series
    • Promotional trailer (1971, 4 mins)
    • Image gallery
    • Newly created audio description track
    • Newly commissioned reversible sleeve art byartist David Downton
    • ***FIRST PRESSING ONLY*** Illustrated booklet with a new essay by Ellen Cheshire and selected biographies by John Oliver
    Region Code:
    Region B
    Duration:
    127 minutes
    Extras:
    Language(s): English, Interactive Menu
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