Tag: Harry Melling
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When the Walls Close In on the ‘Wolf Hall’ Saga
– Slippery Stones Underfoot – by Roslyn Sulcas | New York Times | March 21, 2025 Mark Rylance sat quietly and alone, his black-capped head bowed, his eyes closed. Nearby in a grand chamber, Damian Lewis stood resplendent in a huge gold jacket, playing King Henry VIII, as the director Peter Kosminsky rearranged some actors…
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Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light Is Well Worth the Wait
– Rebellion, Diplomacy, and Intrigue – by Taylor Antrim | Vogue | March 20, 2025 I still remember when the advanced copy of Hilary Mantel’s 2020 novel The Mirror and the Light hit my desk. I was eager to read the final book in Mantel’s titanic Thomas Cromwell trilogy, a series that began with Wolf Hall in 2009 and…
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The Real Story Behind ‘Wolf Hall’ and the Fall of Thomas Cromwell, Henry VIII’s Most Controversial Adviser
– Chronicling Last 4 Years of Statesman’s Life – by Meilan Solly | Smithsonian Magazine | March 20, 2025 The final years of Henry VIII’s reign were a dark period for Tudor England: a time when a queen could be beheaded on trumped-up charges of treason, and a longtime friend of the king could meet that same…
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Wolf Hall Costumes Go On Display At Berkeley Castle
– Opulent Attire and Tudor Day – This April, Berkeley Castle will present an exclusive Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light costume exhibition, showcasing six stunning costumes worn by acclaimed actors from the celebrated TV series. Step into the world of Tudor England and admire the exquisite craftsmanship of these historically inspired garments, which…
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Why Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light is a Must-Watch
– Cunning Characters and Genocidal Tendencies – by Masterpiece Staff | PBS | February 24, 2025 Whether you’re drawn to Tudor history, exceptional British casting, or high-stakes drama with cunning characters the likes of Succession or House of Cards, this adaptation of Hilary Mantel’s final novel has it all. Damian Lewis (King Henry VIII), Mark Rylance (Thomas Cromwell),…
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Free Screening of Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light in Indianapolis
– Sneak Peek Prior to US Release – by Staff | wfyi.org | February 11, 2025 Get a first look at the long-awaited sequel Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Monday, March 3 at 6:30 p.m. (EST) in the Community Room at WFYI Studios located at 1630 N. Meridian Street in Indianapolis, IN. This WFYI…
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Wolf Hall Costumes Go On Display at Hever Castle
– Dressing the Tudor Court – by Lisa Allen | Hever Castle & Gardens | February 7, 2025 Fashion at the Tudor Court was all about wealth and status. Members of the English Court wore clothing to signify position and influence through fabrics and colours. Historical costumes were made with luxurious cloths and ladies’ clothes…
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Thomas Cromwell is Back to Scheming in New Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light
– Luck Within Tudor Court Begins to Run Out – by Makuochi Echebiri | Collider | January 31, 2025 The wait is almost over for the second and final installment of the hit Golden Globe-winning historical drama, Wolf Hall. After first airing to great acclaim in May 2015, fans have had to wait ten years to experience…