Rent Hamlet (1996)

3.8 of 5 from 79 ratings
3h 52min
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Synopsis:
In this first-ever full-text film of William Shakespeare's greatest work, the power surges through every scene. The timeless tale of murder, corruption and revenge is reset in an opulent 19th-century world, using sprawling Blenheim Palace as Elsinore and staging much of the action in shimmering mirrored and gold-filled interiors. The energy is electrifying, due to a luminous cast. The excitement of the Bard's words and an adventurous filmmaking style lift the story from its often shadowy ambience to fully-lit pageantry and rage.
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Directors:
Producers:
David Barron
Writers:
William Shakespeare, Kenneth Branagh
Others:
Patrick Doyle, Tim Harvey, Alexandra Byrne, Alex Byrne
Studio:
Warner
Genres:
Drama
Collections:
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BBFC:
Release Date:
24/09/2007
Run Time:
232 minutes
Languages:
Castilian Spanish Dolby Digital 2.0, English Dolby Digital 5.1, German Dolby Digital 2.0, Polish Dolby Digital 2.0
Subtitles:
Castillian, English, German, German Hard of Hearing, Greek, Polish, Portuguese
DVD Regions:
Region 2
Formats:
Pal
Aspect Ratio:
Widescreen 2.35:1
Colour:
Colour
Bonus:
  • Introduction by Director/Star Kenneth Branagh
  • Commentary by Kenneth Branagh and Shakespeare Scholar Russell Jackson
  • New Digital Transfer from Original 70mm Elements
  • Featurette "To Be on Camera: A History with Hamlet"
  • 1996 Cannes Film Festival Promo
  • Shakespeare Movies Trailer Gallery

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Reviews (2) of Hamlet

The best cinematic "Hamlet" - Hamlet review by Mr Aquarium

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29/09/2021

I taught Hamlet and other Shakespeare plays for 30 years. This is the best "Hamlet" on film. I remember having misgivings, before seeing it, about Kenneth Branagh and the 19th century setting. However, it all works brilliantly. Just be aware that this uses the complete, unabridged text! I won't spoil your enjoyment by giving away the ending....

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Full-Text Hamlet is worthwhile marathon - Hamlet review by AW

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15/02/2022

Filmed at Blenheim with sumptuous interiors and a huge stellar cast (Jack Lemmon as Marcellus!), this is long but definitely worth watching. Kenneth Branagh is utterly convincing as the Dane. Click on subtitles, sit back, and enjoy.

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