description Anonymous Overview
The film posits that Edward de Vere, Earl of Oxford, penned the works attributed to William Shakespeare during the Elizabethan era. It presents a narrative suggesting de Vere was a courtier and playwright who secretly authored plays alongside the famed Bard. Rhys Ifans portrays de Vere, while Vanessa Redgrave appears as Queen Elizabeth I.
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info Anonymous Specifications
| Country | Germany |
| Year | 2011 |
help Anonymous FAQ
What authorship theory does the film Anonymous present?
The 2011 film presents Edward de Vere, the 17th Earl of Oxford, as the secret author of works credited to William Shakespeare. It treats that authorship theory as the basis for a fictional political thriller.
Who stars in Anonymous?
Rhys Ifans plays Edward de Vere, while Vanessa Redgrave portrays Queen Elizabeth I. Roland Emmerich directed the film from a screenplay by John Orloff.
Is Anonymous a documentary about Shakespeare's authorship?
No, it is a fictionalized 2011 period drama built around the Edward de Vere theory, which is not established historical fact. The story mixes court intrigue, secret writing, and Elizabethan political conflict.
Which historical events frame the plot of Anonymous?
The film places de Vere's secret writing against the succession politics of Queen Elizabeth I and the Essex Rebellion. London theater, Ben Jonson, William Shakespeare, and William Cecil all play roles in its fictional account.
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