Overview

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.

Cast

Vittorio Gassman, Eleonora Rossi Drago, Nerio Bernardi, Mario Carotenuto, Carlo Mazzarella, Gérard Landry, Cesco Baseggio, Anna Maria Ferrero

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What is "Kean: Genius or Scoundrel" about?

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.

When was "Kean: Genius or Scoundrel" released?

Kean: Genius or Scoundrel was released in 1957.

Who stars in "Kean: Genius or Scoundrel"?

The cast includes Vittorio Gassman, Eleonora Rossi Drago, Nerio Bernardi, Mario Carotenuto.

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