Hamlet (1996)
(1996)Kenneth Branagh's unabridged adaptation of Shakepeare's tragedy, starring Branagh as Hamlet, Julie Chrisite as Queen Gertrude and Kate Winslet as Ophelia. Co-stars Jack Lemon, Billy Crystal, Robin Williams and Judi Dench. Widely regarded as one of the best Shakespeare screen adaptations.
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Directed by Kenneth Branagh
Starring Kenneth Branagh, Julie Christie, Richard Briers, Richard Attenborough, Billy Crystal, Judi Dench, Gérard Depardieu, Ken Dodd, Derek Jacobi, Riz Abbasi, Brian Blessed, Kate Winslet, Robin Williams, Timothy Spall, Rufus Sewell, Jack Lemmon, Jeffery Kissoon
Written by Kenneth Branagh (based on the play by William Shakespeare)
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With his handsome and compelling Hamlet, Kenneth Branagh brings the Bard's greatest tragedy passionately alive on the screen. Full Review
A true accomplishment. Full Review
Branagh's version moved me, entertained me and made me feel for the first time at home in that doomed royal court. Full Review
As star and ringmaster, Branagh gets to the heart of Hamlet and goes to admirable lengths to take his audience there, too. Full Review
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