An Irish rogue uses his cunning and wit to work his way up the social classes of 18th century England, transforming himself from the humble Redmond Barry into the noble Barry Lyndon.
Keywords:
Based on novel or book
Gambling
Desertion
Fencing
Palace
British army
Opportunist
Wealth
Debt
Duel
Ireland
British soldier
18th century
Card playing
Pistol duel
Seven years war
Nobility
Prussia
Cautionary
Grand
Dramatic
Audacious
Bold
Tragic
Movie tag line: "At long last Redmond Barry became a gentleman—and that was his tragedy."
Character: Barry Lyndon
Character: Lady Lyndon
Character: The Chevalier
Character: Captain Potzdorf
Character: Lord Ludd