Overview

Based on Alfredy Jarrry's 1896 play about a greedy, overweight, selfish dude named Pere Ubu. The story follows Ubu on his journey to overthrow the current ruler and become King of Poland. Along the way he betrays many of his followers, taxes the civilians to an unreasonable degree and eventually slaughters everyone. Along his side, is the equally crude but somehow more likable Mere Ubu, who's like a foul mouthed Lady Macbeth.

Cast

Jean Bouise, Rosy Varte, Hubert Deschamps, Henri Virlogeux, Micha Bayard, Johnny Monteilhet, David Gafsou, Didier Haudepin

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What is "Ubu Roi" about?

Based on Alfredy Jarrry's 1896 play about a greedy, overweight, selfish dude named Pere Ubu. The story follows Ubu on his journey to overthrow the current ruler and become King of Poland. Along the way he betrays many of his followers, taxes the civilians to an unreasonable degree and eventually slaughters everyone. Along his side, is the equally crude but somehow more likable Mere Ubu, who's like a foul mouthed Lady Macbeth.

When was "Ubu Roi" released?

Ubu Roi was released in 1965.

Who stars in "Ubu Roi"?

The cast includes Jean Bouise, Rosy Varte, Hubert Deschamps, Henri Virlogeux.