Hamlet (2000)

Product Details: Hamlet (2000)

Edition:

DVD . See other editions

MPAA Rating:

R

Release Date:

04/17/2001

UPC:

717951004994

Directed by:

Michael Almereyda

Featuring:

Ethan Hawke, Kyle MacLachlan, Diane Venora. See all cast

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Synopsis: Hamlet (2000)

Synopis: An updated version of Shakespeare's classic tragedy has Ethan Hawke playing the title role, only instead of a Danish prince, he is an upscale video artist living in modern day New York. Director Michael Almereyda manages to craft the centuries-old tale of madness and revenge into a convincing drama of contemporary times.

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Features: Hamlet (2000)

Features: DVD Features:

Region 1
Keep Case
Anamorphic Widescreen - 1.85
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 - English
Interactive Features:
Scene Access
Interactive Menus

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User Reviews: Hamlet

1. Good Grief!

   , July 11, 2001
   Reviewer: robmikolon - See all robmikolon's reviews

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   1 of 1 Yahoo! Users found this Hamlet review helpful Destroys everything that was Hamlet. Very well could have been the worst acting I've seen to date. What is wrong with people today?

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2. Pop-Culture Pleaser

   , May 1, 2001
   Reviewer: surli_girl - See all surli_girl's reviews

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   A disclaimer: You should know Hamlet well in order to truly enjoy this film. Many sections have been cut or edited, and prior knowledge of what these cut sections contribute or take away from "Hamlet" is key in understanding this version's interpretation.
   That said, "Hamlet 2000" is an intriguingly modern take on the legendary tragedy. The theme of pop-culture that runs throughout the movie is very well executed. Ethan Hawke (Hamlet) gives an adequate performance that could use more dramatic choices, but Sam Shepard shines as Hamlet Sr., and Leiv Schreiber turns in the best performance of the film as a driven L'artes.
   Sadly, Julia Stiles (Ophelia) falls short of- well, let's just say she falls short. She solicits neither passion or pity from the audience, even though she is given one of the most piteous roles in all of Shakespeare.
   Bill Murray (Polonius), Kyle MacLachlan (Claudius), and Diane Venora (Gertrude) all perform admirably enough.
   What struck me about this film, however, was not the acting, but the thought behind this interpretation. For those bored with the traditionalism of Brannagh- here's "Hamlet 2000." ...

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