Kean: Genius or Scoundrel

Overview

England, first half of the 19th century. Edmund Kean is a celebrated theatre actor, notorious for his tumultuous private life. He is in love with the beautiful countess Koefeld, wife of the Danish ambassador, to the consternation of his friend, the Prince of Wales. He is also hounded by Anna Damby, who wants to become an actress to escape a marriage to Lord Mewill.

Cast

Vittorio Gassman

Edmund Kean

Eleonora Rossi Drago

Countess Elena Koefeld

Nerio Bernardi

Conte Koefeld

Mario Carotenuto