Movies by Alexander Leith
Welcome to our dedicated selection of films directed by Alexander Leith. Here, you can explore a diverse range of works that highlight Alexander Leith’s unique vision, storytelling style, and contribution to the world of cinema. Whether you’re an avid fan or discovering Alexander leith’s filmography for the first time, this collection will guide you through critically acclaimed masterpieces, hidden gems, and influential titles that have shaped the director’s legacy.
The Fairytale Castles of King Ludwig II (2013)
0
Ludwig II of Bavaria, more commonly known by his nicknames the Swan King or the Dream King, is a legendary figure - the handsome boy-king, loved by his people, betrayed by his cabinet and found dead in tragic and mysterious circumstances. He spent his life in pursuit of the ideal of beauty, an ideal that found expression in three of the most extraordinary, ornate architectural schemes imaginable - the castle of Neuschwanstein and the palaces of Linderhof and Herrenchiemsee. Today, these three buildings are among Germany's biggest tourist attractions. Dan Cruickshank explores the rich aesthetic of Ludwig II - from the mock-medievalism of