The Ballad of Reading Gaol(1988)
The Ballad of Reading Gaol Synopsis
Oscar Wilde’s famous and eloquent defence of love – made while he was being cross-examined at the trial that led to his incarceration and death – is strikingly illustrated, word by word, with Mapplethorpe-like imagery.
The Ballad of Reading Gaol (1988) is a drama film directed by Richard Kwietniowski, released on November 8, 1988 with a runtime of 42m. It stars Quentin Crisp. Viewers rate it 3.7 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Richard Kwietniowski
- Writers:
- Richard Kwietniowski, Oscar Wilde
- Cinematographer:
- Oliver Curtis
- Composer:
- Bob Locke
- Production:
- Arts Council of Great Britain
- Budget:
- $500,000
- Status:
- Released
The Ballad of Reading Gaol Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Richard Kwietniowski, written by Richard Kwietniowski and Oscar Wilde.
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The Ballad of Reading Gaol Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 3.7/10 from 3 ratings.
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Who stars in The Ballad of Reading Gaol?
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The main cast of The Ballad of Reading Gaol (1988) includes Quentin Crisp. The film was directed by Richard Kwietniowski. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Ballad of Reading Gaol released?
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The Ballad of Reading Gaol was released on November 8, 1988 and runs for 42m.
Is The Ballad of Reading Gaol worth watching?
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The Ballad of Reading Gaol (1988) holds an average rating of 3.7 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.