Rent Hamlet (1996)
3.9 of 5 from 78 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.
- Actors:
- Kenneth Branagh, Julie Christie, Derek Jacobi, Riz Abbasi, Richard Attenborough, David Blair, Brian Blessed, Richard Briers, Michael Bryant, Peter Bygott, Billy Crystal, Charles Daish, Judi Dench, Gérard Depardieu, Reece Dinsdale, Ken Dodd, Angela Douglas, Rob Edwards, Nicholas Farrell, Ray Fearon
- Directors:
- Kenneth Branagh
- Producers:
- David Barron
- Writers:
- William Shakespeare, Kenneth Branagh
- Others:
- Patrick Doyle, Tim Harvey, Alexandra Byrne, Alex Byrne
- Studio:
- Warner
- Genres:
- Drama
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Reviews (2) of Hamlet
The best cinematic "Hamlet" - Hamlet review by Mr Aquarium
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
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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