Review of The Trials of Oscar Wilde (1960) by Marilee A — 16 Jul 2010

An excellent portrayal of Wilde by Peter Finch. The first court scene is superb with James Mason as the defending lawyer.

This review of The Trials of Oscar Wilde (1960) was written by Marilee A on 16 Jul 2010.

The Trials of Oscar Wilde has generally received positive reviews.

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By Adam D (1,043) on 24 Jan 2015

A good film with some good performances. Peter Finch is a very capable Wilde…

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By Dennis Schwartz (5,456) for Ozus' World Movie Reviews (5,456) on 06 Aug 2016

Peter Finch gives a moving performance as Wilde…

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By David B (3,254) on 29 Mar 2010

Must have caused a bit of a stir in 1960. This is not a bad film with some lovely scenes towards the beginning…

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By Gregory W (1,059) on 08 Jul 2009

Peter finch is much too masculine to be oscar wilde, and the film in general plays everything far to straight (if you'll pardon the pun)…

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