The Lady Godiva
Account of Lady Godiva's naked ride through 11th-century Coventry in order to force her husband, the Earl of Mercia, to rescind his harsh tax laws. Based on and quotes from Tennyson's poem of the same title.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1928 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Director | George J. Banfield |
| Runtime | 22 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.0/10 (1 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its narrative on the tension between historical account and poetic legend, relying on the expressive power of silent cinema to convey the protagonist's resolve. It explores themes of sacrifice and public defiance through carefully composed imagery and symbolic gesture.
What lingers after the final frame is the enduring power of a myth where personal courage challenges systemic injustice, a timeless parable of compassion. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: George J. Banfield
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Best viewed with a fitting classical score, allowing the visual poetry and silent performance to resonate fully.
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