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Titus Andronicus

(1985)

Overview

Having subdued the Goths, warrior Titus Andronicus returns to Rome to bury his sons, with Gothic Queen Tamora and her retinue as captives. The newly-dead Roman Emperor's two sons, Saturninus and Bassianus, are competing for their father's title. According to Roman custom, Titus sacrifices Tamora's eldest son to the Gods; having the deciding vote, he also chooses Saturninus as Emperor. Both acts have tragic consequences.

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Original TitleTitus Andronicus

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1985-04-25

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 02h 48m

Production CompaniesBBC,Time-Life Television Productions

Genres

  • Drama