Kean: Genius or Scoundrel

Kean - Genio e sregolatezza

England, first half of the 19th century. Edmund Kean is a celebrated theatre actor, notorious for his tumultuous private life. He is in love with the beautiful countess Koefeld, wife of the Danish ambassador, to the consternation of his friend, the Prince of Wales. He is also hounded by Anna Damby, who wants to become an actress to escape a marriage to Lord Mewill.

Director

Vittorio Gassman

Screenplay

Suso Cecchi d'Amico

Screenplay

Vittorio Gassman

Screenplay

Francesco Rosi

Status

Released

Release date

04/03/1957

Original language

Italian