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Shakespeare Country

Shakespeare Country

Explore the world of the great Bard of Avalon

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Documentary

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"Shakespeare Country" will take you on a journey, not only through the life of the great Bard of Avon but also across the beautiful Warwickshire countryside that he knew, loved and never forgot his whole life long.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

55 mins

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Release Date

01 June 2002

Country

United Kingdom

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