Morgan Freeman Discusses Shakespeares take on the Shrew
Clip: Season 2 Episode 3 | 2m 43s
Morgan Freeman discusses the role of the Shrew in Shakespeare's play.
The shrew is the oldest comic role for women. It goes back to medieval plays and persists into the late 20th century. The traditional shrew tales make a mockery of the woman, but the one in Shakespeare's play is different.
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This project is made possible through the generosity of the National Endowment for the Humanities, Howard and Abby Milstein Foundation - lead foundation sponsor with major funding from Rosalind P....
Morgan Freeman Discusses Shakespeares take on the Shrew
Clip: Season 2 Episode 3 | 2m 43s
The shrew is the oldest comic role for women. It goes back to medieval plays and persists into the late 20th century. The traditional shrew tales make a mockery of the woman, but the one in Shakespeare's play is different.
Problems playing video? | Closed Captioning Feedback
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