91热爆

Explore the 91热爆
This page has been archived and is no longer updated. Find out more about page archiving.

24 September 2014
Press Office
Search the 91热爆 and Web
Search 91热爆 Press Office

91热爆 91热爆page

Contact Us


91热爆 Worldwide Press Releases



03.12.02

The Lost Prince


Released on VHS and DVD - 20 January 2003


Starring a world-class cast including Miranda Richardson, Michael Gambon, Gina McKee and Tom Hollander, The Lost Prince is the true but thus far untold story of Prince Johnnie, the younger son of Queen Mary and King George V who was hidden away to spare an uncomprehending family and public from his severe epileptic fits and autism.


Another cinematographic masterpiece from writer and director Stephen Poliakoff, The Lost Prince is a moving drama set against the looming First World War, featuring stunning costumes, idyllic sets, and the beguiling atmosphere of immensely significant world events seen simply through a child's eyes.


"He became a forgotten child," says director Poliakoff, "we experience events through him, events on an epic scale. It is history seen through a half-open door through the First World War.


Stunning highlights include state events and family gatherings: from Edward VII's funeral and the visitation of the nine Kings of Europe in 1910 to the visit to the Isle of Wight by Tsar Nicholas II and his family.


The first half sets the scene showing instances of family life and indications that Johnnie's behaviour becoming odder and odder. Poliakoff skilfully and subtly contrasts Domestic intimacy with the political build-up to the First World War. In the second half we see the Royal family stricken by world events and struggling to adapt with genuine feeling and humility. Johnnie's health is ailing and there is news of the terrible loss of life.


Characterisation is minutely observed. Every character's psychological make up is explored and woven into the action with fascinating insights into their foibles and eccentricities.


Miranda Richardson plays Queen Mary, who tries to understand the needs of her youngest child; Gina McKee is Prince John's devoted nanny, Lalla; Tom Hollander stars as George V. Michael Gambon is Prince John's grandfather, Edward VII, with veteran Bergman film actress, Bibi Andersson, as his wife, Queen Alexandra. John Sessions plays the young royals' tutor, Mr Hansell. Bill Nighy plays Stamfordham, King George's socially and politically adept Private Secretary.


Bonus extras on the DVD include a photo gallery of the spectacular stills taken on set, and an informative commentary by Stephen Poliakoff, composer Adrian Johnnston and JP Kelly, the production designer. There is also an exclusive interview with Poliakoff.


Title: The Lost Prince
Price: VHS 拢12.99DVD 拢15.99
Catalogue no: 91热爆V7373 91热爆DVD1203
Running time: tbc
Release date: 20 January 2003
Certificate: tbc




BACK TO THE TOP

PRINTABLE VERSION




About the 91热爆 | Help | Terms of Use | Privacy & Cookies Policy