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The Trial

BBC Two
on BBC Two England

Drama based on Franz Kafka's classic novel, directed by, written by and starring Orson Welles. Also starring Anthony Perkins.

Joseph K is woken one morning by police officers who announce he is under arrest, but refuse to specify his crime. It is the beginning of a waking nightmare for K as he experiences the law's terrifying bureaucracy.
Ends 3.35am
(1962, PG) (BW) (S)
Films: pp 51-80 ****

Contributors

Based on the novel by:
Franz Kafka
Writer/Director:
Orson Welles
The Advocate:
Orson Welles
Joseph K:
Anthony Perkins
Miss Burstner:
Jeanne Moreau
Leni:
Romy Schneider
Hilda:
Elsa Martinelli
Bloch:
Akim Tamiroff
Source: Radio Times

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