Macbeth (1971 movie) facts for kids
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Francesca Annis played Lady Macbeth.
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| Directed by | Roman Polanski |
| Produced by | Andrew Braunsberg Hugh M. Hefner Victor Lownes |
| Screenplay by | Roman Polanski Kenneth Tynan |
| Starring | Jon Finch Francesca Annis |
| Music by | The Third Ear Band |
| Cinematography | Gil Taylor |
| Editing by | Alastair McIntyre |
| Studio | Caliban Films |
| Distributed by | Columbia Pictures |
| Release date(s) | October 13, 1971 (US) February 2, 1972 (UK) |
| Running time | 140 minutes |
| Country | United Kingdom United States |
| Language | English |
Macbeth is a 1971 movie based on William Shakespeare's famous play, also called Macbeth. It's a historical drama film, which means it tells a dramatic story from the past. The movie was directed by Roman Polanski, who also helped write the script with Kenneth Tynan.
The story is about a Scottish lord named Macbeth. He becomes the King of Scotland by doing some very bad things, like betraying and murdering people. The main actors are Jon Finch as Macbeth and Francesca Annis as Lady Macbeth. They were quite young when they played these important roles.
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Meet the Cast: Who Played Who?
This film features many talented actors bringing Shakespeare's characters to life. Here are some of the main people you'll see in the movie:
- Jon Finch as Macbeth
- Francesca Annis as Lady Macbeth
- Martin Shaw as Banquo
- Terence Bayler as Macduff
- John Stride as Ross
- Nicholas Selby as King Duncan
- Stephan Chase as Malcolm
- Paul Shelley as Donalbain
- Maisie MacFarquhar as First Witch
- Elsie Taylor as Second Witch
- Noelle Rimmington as Third Witch
- Keith Chegwin as Fleance
- Diane Fletcher as Lady Macduff
- Mark Dightam as Macduff's son
- Bernard Archard as Angus
- Sydney Bromley as Porter
- Richard Pearson as Doctor
The Music Behind the Story
The music for Macbeth was created by a group called the Third Ear Band. They were known for their unique sound.
How the Music Was Made
The band created original music for the film. They mixed electronic sounds with traditional instruments. These included hand drums, woodwinds, and strings. They also used recorders and oboes. These instruments were chosen to give the music a medieval Scottish feel. The score also included influences from Indian and Middle Eastern music, as well as jazz.
Awards and Recognition
The film's music and costumes received special attention. Here are some of the awards and nominations Macbeth received:
| Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref(s) |
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| BAFTA Awards | 1973 | Best Film Music | Third Ear Band | Nominated | |
| Best Costume Design | Anthony Mendleson | Won | |||
| National Board of Review | 3 January 1972 | Best Film | Macbeth | Won | |
| Top Ten Films | Won |
Images for kids
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Lindisfarne Castle was a filming location.
See also
In Spanish: Macbeth (película de 1971) para niños
