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Kean: Genius or Scoundrel

Kean: Genius or Scoundrel

1957 · 79 min · ★ 7.3 · Comedy

England, first half of the 19th century. Edmund Kean is a celebrated theatre actor, notorious for his tumultuous private life. He is in love with the beautiful countess Koefeld, wife of the Danish ambassador, to the consternation of his friend, the Prince of Wales. He is also hounded by Anna Damby, who wants to become an actress to escape a marriage to Lord Mewill.

Directed by Vittorio Gassman · Written by Suso Cecchi d'Amico

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