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The King Is Alive (2000, Kristian Levring)

TitleThe King Is Alive
Year2000
Release LocationsDenmark
Sweden
USA
DirectorKristian Levring
MediumColor video
Length1 hrs, 47 mins
Play ConnectionsKing Lear (derivative)
SettingAfrica's Namibian desert

Cast Overview

CastBruce Davison
CastJennifer Jason Leigh
CastJanet McTeer

Production Team and Crew Overview

DirectorKristian Levring

Production information courtesy of: Tanya Gough