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Oscar Wilde was certainly one of the most brilliant writers of comedy for the English stage. The tale of his tragic downfall, caused by the society of his time condemning his private sexual life, has generally overshadowed the importance of his work. This film by Malcolm Hossick follows his early ca...

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Other Authors: Hossick, Malcolm (Producer, Narrator)
Format: Video
Language:English
Language Notes:In English.
Published: Los Angeles, CA : TMW Media, 2005.
Series:Academic Video Online
Subjects:
Wilde, Oscar, > 1854-1900.
Wilde, Oscar, > 1854-1900
Dramatists, Irish > 19th century > Biography.
Dramaturges irlandais > 19e siècle > Biographies.
Dramatists, Irish
1800-1899
documentary film.
Biographical films
Biographies
Documentary films
Documentary films.
Biographical films.
Documentaires.
Films biographiques.
Online Access:Connect to this streaming video (Alexander Street Press)
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Summary:Oscar Wilde was certainly one of the most brilliant writers of comedy for the English stage. The tale of his tragic downfall, caused by the society of his time condemning his private sexual life, has generally overshadowed the importance of his work. This film by Malcolm Hossick follows his early career and attempts to regain the balance between tragic figure and artist. The film covers his life and background and ends with an overview of his work.
Item Description:Title from title screen (viewed July 1, 2021).
Physical Description:1 online resource (36 minutes)
Playing Time:00:35:46