Edward II
In this new restoration of the iconic New Queer Cinema classic, Derek Jarman offers a postmodern take on Christopher Marlowe’s Elizabethan drama. Pleasure-seeking King Edward II sets the stage for a palace revolt by taking as a lover the ambitious Piers Gaveston - who uses his favor in bed to wield political influence - sending the gay pair from the throne to a terminal torture dungeon. This landmark of gay cinema features an incredible performance from Jarman muse and Oscar-winner Tilda Swinton (Michael Clayton) as Edward's spurned Queen Isabella and a rare film appearance by singer Annie Lennox.
Cast
- Steven Waddington
- Tilda Swinton
- Jerome Flynn
- Kevin Collins
- Andrew Tiernan
- Annie Lennox
- Nigel Terry
DVD Features
New 2K Restoration
Documentary Featurette: Derek's Edward
Queenie Queens on Top, a new essay by Bruce LaBruce
Prologue by Tilda Swinton
Sound: Stereo 2.0
Discs: 1
Blu-ray Features
New 2K Restoration
Documentary Featurette: Derek's Edward
Queenie Queens on Top, a new essay by Bruce LaBruce
Prologue by Tilda Swinton
Sound: Stereo 2.0
Discs: 1
- "A mesmerizing film...."
- "Vivid and meaningful...."
- "Stylish and unconventional...."
Awards & Recognition
FIPRESCI Prize
Berlin Int'l. Film Festival
Teddy, Best Feature Film
Berlin Int'l. Film Festival
Golden Hitchcock
Dinard British Film Festival
Volpi Cup, Best Actress
Venice Film Festival
Golden Lion
Venice Film Festival
Sundance Film Festival
Toronto Int'l. Film Festival
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