Corin Redgrave
Biography
Corin Redgrave was a distinguished English actor, known for his commitment to leftist activism and his significant involvement with the Workers' Revolutionary Party. Born into a renowned theatrical lineage, he was the only son and middle child of celebrated actors Michael Redgrave and Rachel Kempson, and he shared the stage with his sisters, Vanessa and Lynn Redgrave, both of whom also enjoyed successful acting careers.
Redgrave’s dedication to his craft was evident throughout his extensive career, which spanned numerous stage and screen productions. Beyond his artistic endeavors, he was a passionate advocate for social justice, often using his platform to promote leftist causes.
In his personal life, Corin Redgrave was a devoted father to Jemma Redgrave and was married to actress Kika Markham from 1985 until his passing in 2010. His legacy continues through his family's contributions to the arts and their ongoing commitment to activism. Redgrave's life was a blend of artistic dedication and political engagement, marking him as a notable figure in both the theatrical world and the realm of social change.
Filmography
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The Deadly Affair
1967
When Eight Bells Toll
1971 • Hunslett
Eureka
1983 • Worsley
England, My England
1995 • William of Orange
Glorious 39
2009 • Oliver Page
The Turn of the Screw (2009)
2009 • Professor
Crooks in Cloisters
1964
Excalibur
1981
Enigma (2001)
2001
Antony and Cleopatra (1975)
1975 • Octavius
The Girl with a Pistol
1968 • Frank Hogan
The Woman In White (1997)
1997
Enduring Love
2004 • Professor
In the Name of the Father
1993 • Robert Dixon
A Man for All Seasons
1966 • William Roper (the Younger)
Four Weddings and a Funeral
1994 • Hamish
Von Richthofen and Brown
1971 • Major Lanoe Hawker VC
Shackleton
2002