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Shylock's Ghost

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2015-10-27
1h 10m
English
Released
BBC

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As Man Booker Prize-winning writer Howard Jacobson retells The Merchant of Venice, 400 years after Shakespeare’s death, he travels with Alan Yentob to the ghetto in Venice to explore Shakespeare's most performed play - and in particular the character of the most divisive fictional Jew in history, Shylock. On their journey, Howard and Alan examine the evidence behind the charge of antisemitism against Shakespeare. How did his old Jew from Venice become such a useful propaganda tool during the Third Reich, and what was behind the absurd and infamous proposal to cut off a 'pound of flesh'?

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About Shylock's Ghost

As Man Booker Prize-winning writer Howard Jacobson retells The Merchant of Venice, 400 years after Shakespeare’s death, he travels with Alan Yentob to the ghetto in Venice to explore Shakespeare's most performed play - and in particular the character of the most divisive fictional Jew in history, Shylock. On their journey, Howard and Alan examine the evidence behind the charge of antisemitism against Shakespeare. How did his old Jew from Venice become such a useful propaganda tool during the Third Reich, and what was behind the absurd and infamous proposal to cut off a 'pound of flesh'? Running 70 minutes.

Shylock's Ghost Cast and Characters

The cast features Howard Jacobson (as Self), Alan Yentob (as Self - Presenter), Antony Sher (as Self), Reg E. Cathey (as Self), and Anthony Julius (as Self). Their performances are a major reason Shylock's Ghost has built such a passionate audience.

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How long is Shylock's Ghost?

Shylock's Ghost runs for 70 minutes (about 1.2 hour).

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Who is in the cast of Shylock's Ghost?

The main cast includes Howard Jacobson, Alan Yentob, Antony Sher, and Reg E. Cathey, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Shylock's Ghost available in English?

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When was Shylock's Ghost released?

Shylock's Ghost was released in 2015.

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What is Shylock's Ghost about?

Shylock's Ghost is a Documentary/History English-language film. As Man Booker Prize-winning writer Howard Jacobson retells The Merchant of Venice, 400 years after Shakespeare’s death, he travels with Alan Yentob to the ghetto in Venice to explore Shakespeare's most performed play - and in particular the character of the most divisive fictional Jew in history, Shylock. On their journey, Howard and Alan examine the evidence behind the charge of antisemitism against Shakespeare. How did his old Jew from Venice become such a useful propaganda tool during the Third Reich, and what was behind the absurd and infamous proposal to cut off a 'pound of flesh'?

When was Shylock's Ghost released?

Shylock's Ghost was released on October 27, 2015. It has a runtime of 1h 10m. The film was produced by BBC.

Who stars in Shylock's Ghost?

Shylock's Ghost stars Howard Jacobson, Alan Yentob, Antony Sher and Reg E. Cathey. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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