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Another important element of Henry V is the young king's repentace for the way his father acquired the throne. In Henry IV part one escpecially there's some background on how Henry Bollingbroke (Henry V's dad) usurped the throne from Richard II and one of Henry V's most intriguing speeches involves his asking God for mercy for the crimes his father commited against the former king and the other nobles he beat down. If you're watcing Branagh's version, it's pretty straitforward as long as you listen closely. Enjoy the experience!
Posted by Jess on April 10, 1997 at 19:46:05
In Reply to "Has anyone read Henry V? (Soon!)" posted by Aleena on April 09, 1997 at 17:07:07
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