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King Richard II

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How it feels

This is a television adaptation of Shakespeare's play. It follows King Richard II as he makes decisions that lead to his downfall and loss of the throne. The story focuses on power, loyalty, and the consequences of a ruler's choices.

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What happens

King Richard II is a 1954 American film directed by George Schaefer for the Hallmark Television Playhouse TV series. It starred actor Maurice Evans, who also adopted the teleplay from the original work by William Shakespeare. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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