Beowulf (1976)
Film adaptation of the earliest known poem in the English language (written in the 8th century) which examines the ancient and heroic tradition from which the feudal system started to grow. The film, as in the poem, is an elegy lamenting the not only the reality of a lost heroic tradition, but also the loss of innocence which made possible its unquestioning acceptance.
Director: Don Fairservice
Runtime: 59 min
Release Date: January 22, 1976
Original Language: en
Keywords
based on song, poem or rhyme, beowulf
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Beowulf about?
- Film adaptation of the earliest known poem in the English language (written in the 8th century) which examines the ancient and heroic tradition from which the feudal system started to grow. The film, as in the poem, is an elegy lamenting the not only the reality of a lost heroic tradition, but also the loss of innocence which made possible its unquestioning acceptance.
- Who directed Beowulf?
- Beowulf was directed by Don Fairservice.
- How long is Beowulf?
- Beowulf has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).