Ubu Roi

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Released September 20, 1965

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.

Runtime

1h 35m


Origin Country

France


Original Language

French


Original Title

Ubu Roi


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • France

Spoken Languages

  • Français (French)

Production Companies

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    ORTF

    France

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