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Hamlet on DVD (1996)

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Average rating: 76%
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4.0
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Starring: Kenneth Branagh, Kate Winslet, Brian Blessed, Richard Briers, Julie Christie
Director: Kenneth Branagh
Studio: WARNER HOME VIDEO
Run time: 242 mins
Certificate: PG
Genres: Drama, Thriller
Languages: English
Released: 21/04/2008

Brief synopsis of Hamlet

Kenneth Branagh's own version of the Bard's classic tragedy.

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Rating of 4 stars out of 5 Radio Times

This monumental full-length, four-hour, unabridged version of the play has Kenneth Branagh directing himself as the Prince. Admirable, and challenging, this is a very showbizzy staging — in addition to the leading players (such as Kate Winslet as Ophelia, Julie Christie's Gertrude, Derek Jacobi as Claudius), there is a veritable galaxy of star appearances to tweak the interest. While some critics might say this is not so much a movie as a chorus-line of talents, Branagh has to be admired for the ambition of this ravishingly beautiful staging, although his occasionally patronising direction can be irritating.

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Rated - 5 starsShakespeare on speed

Angie Adams from Essex , 22/08/2005

Brannagh's portrayal of the deluded Danish prince is superb. This is Shakespeare that has been made accessible and will appeal to the masses. A great supporting cast makes this film definitely worth a watch. You may even want to dive into the Bard big time after watching this.

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Rated - 4 starsI think its great

A customer from Bristol, England , 13/05/2007

I am not a fan of Shakespeare and when my friend wanted to watch this I was reluctant. I was really surprised. I really enjoyed it and actually want to see more of this sort of thing. Totally worth seeing. Especially Kate Winslet she was brilliant, I knew she was a good actress but she really does a good job. It also has Brian Blessed in it what more could you want?

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Mawech from Reepham , 11/09/2007

I am a Shakespeare fan, but have never really been into Hamlet; but then I've only ever seen the various cut back versions I've seen on the stage. This is the first time I've seen the full text version; and it's worth the time invested. It makes much more sense, it hangs together much better. Maybe them there directors ought to learn the the master knew his trade better than they know theirs?

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Mawech from Reepham , 11/09/2007

I am a Shakespeare fan, but have never really been into Hamlet; but then I've only ever seen the various cut back versions I've seen on the stage. This is the first time I've seen the full text version; and it's worth the time invested. It makes much more sense, it hangs together much better. Maybe them there directors ought to learn the the master knew his trade better than they know theirs?

  1 out of 1 person found this review helpful
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