Alfred the Great

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While Old England is being ransacked by roving Danes in the 9th century, Alfred is planning to join the priesthood. But observing the rape of his land, he puts away his religious vows to take up arms against the invaders, leading the English Christians to fight for their country. Alfred soundly defeats the Danes and becomes a hero. But now, although Alfred still longs for the priesthood, he is torn between his passion for God and his lust for blood.

Country:

United Kingdom

Genre:

History

Duration:

122 minutes

Year:

1969

Director:

Clive Donner

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Company:

Bernard Smith Productions,

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Cast:
David Hemmings

Alfred

Michael York

Guthrum

Prunella Ransome

Aelhswith

Colin Blakely

Asher

Ian McKellen

Roger

Crew:
Clive Donner

Director

James R. Webb

Story

Mike Fox

Director of Photography

Mike Fox

Camera Operator

Vic Armstrong

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