Edward Carson and the Fall of Oscar Wilde

February. 01,2021      
Rating:
5.5
Trailer Synopsis Cast

Merlin Holland tells the story of the epic court clash at the Old Bailey in 1895 between his grandfather, Oscar Wilde, and Edward Carson. Does Carson deserve his reputation as the man who destroyed Oscar Wilde? Also featuring Gyles Brandreth and actors Simon Callow and Rupert Everett.

Oscar Wilde as  Self (archive footage)
Merlin Holland as  Presenter

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