Edward II

19911991
RR
1h 27min

Tilda Swinton, Andrew Tiernan, and Steven Waddington in Edward II (1991)

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In this Derek Jarman version of Christopher Marlowe's Elizabethan drama, in modern costumes and settings, Plantagenet king Edward II hands the power-craving nobility the perfect excuse by ta... Read allIn this Derek Jarman version of Christopher Marlowe's Elizabethan drama, in modern costumes and settings, Plantagenet king Edward II hands the power-craving nobility the perfect excuse by taking as lover besides his diplomatic wife, the French princess Isabel, not an acceptable l... Read allIn this Derek Jarman version of Christopher Marlowe's Elizabethan drama, in modern costumes and settings, Plantagenet king Edward II hands the power-craving nobility the perfect excuse by taking as lover besides his diplomatic wife, the French princess Isabel, not an acceptable lady at court but the ambitious Piers Gaveston, who uses his favor in bed even to wield pol... Read all

Director
- Derek Jarman
Writers
- Christopher Marlowe(play)
- Derek Jarman(screenplay)
- Stephen McBride(screenplay)
Stars

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Awards
- 5 wins & 2 nominations

Jody Graber and Tilda Swinton in Edward II (1991)

Andrew Tiernan in Edward II (1991)

Tilda Swinton, Andrew Tiernan, and Steven Waddington in Edward II (1991)

Tilda Swinton, Andrew Tiernan, and Steven Waddington in Edward II (1991)

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Director
- Derek Jarman
Writers
- Christopher Marlowe(play)
- Derek Jarman(screenplay)
- Stephen McBride(screenplay)
All cast & crew
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In this Derek Jarman version of Christopher Marlowe's Elizabethan drama, in modern costumes and settings, Plantagenet king Edward II hands the power-craving nobility the perfect excuse by taking as lover besides his diplomatic wife, the French princess Isabel, not an acceptable lady at court but the ambitious Piers Gaveston, who uses his favor in bed even to wield political influence - the stage is set for a palace revolt which sends the gay pair from the throne to a terminal torture dungeon. —KGF Vissers

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Taglines
- A classic tale of sex, revenge, and love.
Genres
Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
- Rated R for strong violence and sexuality, and for some language
Parents guide

Trivia
In the first scene between the Queen and Mortimer, Tilda Swinton carries an Hermes bag that, at £3,900, was more valuable than the cost of the set she was standing on.

Quotes
[first lines]
Edward II: My father is deceased. Come Gaveston, and share the kingdom with thy dearest friend.

Connections
Edited into Screen Two: Edward II (1993)

Soundtracks
Every Time We Say Goodbye
Written by Cole Porter
Performed by Annie Lennox
Courtesy of BMG Ariola

Top review

Period Film it is NOT, but an interesting interpretation.

A history / political science major, I usually enjoy seeing "period" films of historical significance. This film would not qualify as a "period" film. However, it definitely drew my interest.

Both Steven Waddington and Tilda Swinton performed beautifully as Edward and Isabelle.

Although Derek Jarman is sadly no longer with us, I LQQK forward in viewing other films made by those directors who approximate his vision.

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Release date
- October 18, 1991 (United Kingdom)
Countries of origin
- United Kingdom
- Japan
Languages
- English
- Italian
Also known as
- Eduardo II
Filming locations
- London, England, UK
Production companies
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Budget
- £750,000 (estimated)
Gross US & Canada
- $699,264
Opening weekend US & Canada
- $28,318
- Mar 22, 1992
Gross worldwide
- $706,131

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Runtime
- 1h 27min
Color
- Color
Sound mix
- Dolby
Aspect ratio
- 1.66 : 1

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