Simon Russell Beale

Katherine Parr, the final spouse of King Henry VIII, is appointed as regent during the king’s military campaigns overseas. Upon his return, Henry, now more ailing and suspicious than ever,…

The narrative revolves around Siegfried Sassoon, a soldier and poet born in 1886 who gained recognition for his courageous service on the Western Front. He is most celebrated for his…

Set during World War II, this film delves into the intricacies of a daring British deception operation aimed at misleading the Nazis about the Allied invasion of Sicily. The plot…

Set in 1950s Chicago, this film follows Leonard, a meticulous English tailor played by Mark Rylance, who operates a small tailor shop in a rough neighborhood. His clientele includes a…

This innovative adaptation of Dickens’ classic aims to revive the story’s sharp critique of social disparity and the corrosive power of avarice. It also seeks to rejuvenate the poetic essence…

This biographical drama explores the life and groundbreaking work of Marie Curie, portrayed by Rosamund Pike, as she navigates the challenges of being a pioneering scientist in a male-dominated field….

In this historical drama directed by Josie Rourke, the tumultuous life of Mary Stuart unfolds as she returns to Scotland to reclaim her rightful throne, challenging the rule of her…

Set against the backdrop of Mexico City in the 1980s, this film follows two veterinary school dropouts, played by Gael García Bernal and Leonardo Ortizgris, who orchestrate an audacious heist…

When tyrannical dictator Josef Stalin dies in 1953, his parasitic cronies square off in a frantic power struggle to become the next Soviet leader. Among the contenders are the dweebish Georgy Malenkov, the wily Nikita Khrushchev and Lavrenti Beria, the sadistic secret police chief.

In this 2017 film directed by Roger Michell, a young Englishman named Philip is consumed by suspicion and intrigue when he meets his late cousin’s enigmatic widow, Rachel. As he…

In this action-adventure film, the protagonist, who has left his jungle life behind, is called back to the Congo under the guise of serving as a trade emissary of Parliament….

From the Royal Shakespeare Theatre’s stage, David Tennant, Catherine Tate, and special guests commemorate William Shakespeare’s life on the 400th anniversary of his passing.

Set in the summer of 1956, this film offers a glimpse into the life of iconic actress Marilyn Monroe during the production of “The Prince and the Showgirl.” The story…

Set in post-war London, this poignant drama explores the tumultuous emotional landscape of a woman trapped in a passionless marriage who embarks on a fervent affair with a former Royal…

“The Young Visiters,” penned by nine-year-old Daisy Ashford over the course of twelve days in 1890, is a whimsical mix of childlike innocence, surprisingly mature insights, and unintentional commentary on…

Cassie Grant, portrayed by Christina Ricci, is an American traveler exploring England on foot. While heading towards Ashby Wake, she is struck by a car driven by Mrs. Marion Kirkman,…