Twelfth Night, or What You Will - 1988

The tale begins when a brother and sister are separated in a shipwreck, but survive to be washed up on the shore of Illyria. The sister, Viola, disguises herself as a man and takes service with Duke Orsino, who has fallen in love with Lady Olivia. Entrusted with pleading on her master's behalf, Viola is utterly disconcerted to find that Olivia has fallen in love with her. Thus begins the confusion of this delightful comedy.

165min
1988
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10
IMDB rating7.1/10

Cast

Tim Barker profile pictureTim BarkerSea Captain/Antonio
Frances Barber profile pictureFrances BarberViola / Cesario
James Simmons profile pictureJames SimmonsAndrew Aguecheek

About Twelfth Night, or What You Will

Twelfth Night, or What You Will Overview

The tale begins when a brother and sister are separated in a shipwreck, but survive to be washed up on the shore of Illyria. The sister, Viola, disguises herself as a man and takes service with Duke Orsino, who has fallen in love with Lady Olivia. Entrusted with pleading on her master's behalf, Viola is utterly disconcerted to find that Olivia has fallen in love with her. Thus begins the confusion of this delightful comedy.

Runtime: 165min

Extra details

Original Title: Twelfth Night, or What You Will
Original Language: English
Directed By: Kenneth Branagh
Production Companies
Thames TelevisionRenaissance Theater