Lion in Winter, The
Date: 1968
Director: Anthony Harvey
Production Company: Haworth Productions
Storyline:
Over Christmas in the year 1183, King Henry II’s Queen and their three sons plot to force a decision as to who will inherit the throne.
Additional Information:
Page compiled by Phil Wilkinson
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Henry II (Peter O'Toole) helps his favourite son John (Nigel Terry) to his feet after defeating him during instruction in sword fighting.
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A Knight lies on the ground after being knocked from his mount during a joust. Pembroke Castle on Main Street in Pembroke, Pembrokeshire.
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Nearby, the King's eldest son Richard brings his horse to a stand and drops his lance before taking off his helmet and striding towards his fallen Opponent. Dating from 1093, Pembroke Castle fits the film's era well.
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The Knight lifts his head, fearful of his forthcoming demise as Richard (Anthony Hopkins) raises his sword above his head. The Grade I listed Pembroke Castle on Main Street, Pembroke,
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As he's about to strike, Captain William Marshall (Nigel Stock) approaches and tells the Prince that the King is holding court at Chinon over Christmas. Pembroke Castle also features in 'Jabberwocky'.
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Also ordered to attend the court, the King's middle son Geoffrey rides towards Chinon.
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Morning mist shrouds Chinon. Abbaye de Montmajour at Arles, Bouches-du-Rhône.
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The castle lies quiet and lifeless. The courtyard was a set built at Ardmore Studios in Bray, County Wicklow.
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A bell tolls, calling the faithful to prayer. Abbaye de Montmajour at Arles.
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Inside his chamber, Henry breaks the ice on his washing bowl while his mistress Alais lies in bed. Abbaye de Montmajour was established in 949.
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John's face breaks into a smile when he sees his brother Geoffrey ride into the courtyard. The courtyard set at Ardmore Studios.
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Henry and his Mistress appear on the battlements as a bell signals that a boat is approaching. The former Benedictine monastery, Abbaye de Montmajour.
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Summoned from Salisbury, the Queen, Eleanor of Aquitaine is rowed along the river.
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Descending from the castle ramparts, Alais (Jane Merrow) follows the King to the river. Château de Tarascon on Boulevard du Roi René in Tarascon, Bouches-du-Rhône.
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The boat turns to land as Henry and Alais reach the shore.
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Finishing wrapping gifts, Eleanor of Aquitaine (Katharine Hepburn) takes her sons Richard, Geoffrey and John to the courtyard where the King advises that he has made a decision. Abbaye de Montmajour has been listed as a Monument Historique since 1840.
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After Henry lets John down by telling Richard that he wants him to succeed to the throne, the heir apparent tells his Mother that he won't be used in vengeance against the King. Abbaye de Montmajour at Arles.
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Tensions rise, plots are made and treachery emerges as Christmas approaches. The courtyard at Ardmore Studios in County Wicklow.