Oscar Wilde: Spendthrift of Genius(1986)
Oscar Wilde: Spendthrift of Genius Synopsis
A portrait of the multi-talented and self-destructive genius that is generously sprinkled with Wilde's infamous bon mots. Includes the only known recording by Wilde of "The Ballad of Reading Gaol."
Oscar Wilde: Spendthrift of Genius (1986) is a documentary and history film directed by Seán O'Mórdha, released on June 17, 1986 with a runtime of 58m. It stars Barbara Brennan, Seamus Forde, Alan Stanford and Aiden Grennell.
- Director:
- Seán O'Mórdha
- Writers:
- Richard Ellmann
- Cinematographer:
- Cedric Culliton
- Status:
- Released
Oscar Wilde: Spendthrift of Genius Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Barbara Brennan
Barbara Brennan
as Speaker
- Seamus Forde
Seamus Forde
as Speaker
Alan Stanford
as Voice of Oscar Wilde
- Aiden Grennell
Aiden Grennell
as Speaker
Key crew
Directed by Seán O'Mórdha, written by Richard Ellmann.
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Oscar Wilde: Spendthrift of Genius – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Oscar Wilde: Spendthrift of Genius?
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The main cast of Oscar Wilde: Spendthrift of Genius (1986) includes Barbara Brennan, Seamus Forde, Alan Stanford and Aiden Grennell. The film was directed by Seán O'Mórdha. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Oscar Wilde: Spendthrift of Genius released?
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Oscar Wilde: Spendthrift of Genius was released on June 17, 1986 and runs for 58m.