Macbeth: The Plays Of William Shakespeare (1983) Rating: Starring: Jeremy Brett, Piper Laurie, Simon MacCorkindale Director: Arthur Seidelman Category: Drama, Classics, Classics Studio: Kultur Subtitles: [None] Length: 150 mins     The tragedy of a king so blinded by ambition and paranoia that he senselessly murders those in his path eventually leading to his own demise. Unfamiliar English accents, so prevalent in most Shakespearean productions, are absent form this series. English and drama teachers, as well as the typical playgoer, will find this feature of tremendous value. Shakespeare's own language is preserved; clarity of both language and story is achieved. Macbeth and Banquo, victorious generals in the army of Duncan, King of Scotland, encounter three prophesying witches on their journey home from battle, Macbeth's ambitions are kindled by the witches' prediction that he will someday be king. In an effort to hasten the prophecy, he and Lady Macbeth plot the murders of those in the way. Under the strain of the heinous crimes, Lady Macbeth dies and Macbeth edges toward insanity. Macduff organizes a force to overthrow Macbeth. In the tragic climax, the two duel, Macbeth is killed and King Duncan's eldest son, Malcolm, becomes king.