Richard III (Ian McKellen) is driven insane by a deadly desire for the throne of England. England is torn apart by civil war in the 1930s, with opposing houses of York and Lancaster. On his way to becoming a fascist dictator, Richard must first eliminate his enemies, including his brother, nephews, and wife (Annette Bening). Richard's ambitions are jeopardized when the Duke of Buckingham (Jim Broadbent) leaves.
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Richard III (Ian McKellen) is driven insane by a deadly desire for the throne of England. England is torn apart by civil war in the 1930s, with opposing houses of York and Lancaster. On his way to becoming a fascist dictator, Richard must first eliminate his enemies, including his brother, nephews, and wife (Annette Bening). Richard's ambitions are jeopardized when the Duke of Buckingham (Jim Broadbent) leaves.
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