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The Tempest

An elderly magician, Prospero, lives on an almost deserted island with his daughter Miranda, servant Ariel and slave Caliban - but their lives change after the men who exiled Prospero are cast ashore following a tempest.

Year: 1980 Duration: 123 min Credits: Michael Hordern, Pippa Guard, Warren Clarke... more

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A Midsummer Night's Dream

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