Hamlet
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Movie Reviews of Hamlet
Movie Review: Odd ingredients make maybe the most accessible hamlet
Summary: 5 Stars
I laughed my head off when I was told that Mel Gibson had made a version of Hamlet. But even though casting a then action star as the meloncholy dane made as much sense as casting Charlie Sheen as King Lear, Gibson actually pulls it off, making for a more accessible and relateable Hamlet without cheapening or selling-out the material. The rest of the cast is perfectly acceptable: Glenn Close, Alan Bates, Ian Holm etc. And director Zeffirelli (already a notch on his belt with a definitive version of Romeo & Juliet) brings an interesting visual style to the mix: Matching the film to a rugid, harsh, grey, landscape the mirrors the rugid, harsh, grey content of the film to an effect that would have made Igmar Bergman proud (along with an, of course, wonderful Ennio Morricone score). The play is abridged which means that there isn't nearly enough of (amoung others) Helena Bonham Carter's Ophelia, but I suppose it's better to wish you could spend more time with someone than for them to wear out their welcome.Movie Review: "These Are the Best Actors in the World."
Summary: 5 Stars
I put off seeing this film for many years as I did not believe that Gibson would issue appropriate treatment to Shakespeare's masterpiece. In retrospect, Braveheart and Gibson's own masterpiece, The Passion, should have alerted me that Mel was a serious artist with extensive vision far before his later achievements came along. Here, more venturesome viewers than I, discovered that Gibson was not a bubblegum actor but a figure worthy of association with the bard. With this film we see a rather early glimpse of what Mel Gibson would become. There is a boyous impetuousity and energy to his performance that makes him infinitely believable. Helena Bonham-Carter is her princessularly beautiful self. As a feminine figure of wonder she has few peers. Ian Holm, as always, is first class. The same can be said of Glenn Close. One of the things I find rewarding about watching Shakespeare on DVD is turning on the subtitles and having the text enhance the visual experience...and enhance your mind as well.Movie Review: Flamboyant and exciting, totally overwhelming!
Summary: 5 Stars
Totally amazing! Mel Gibson leaves no effort in potraying 'Hamlet'. He does deliver every piece of his performence in the most genuine way, the potrayal of pain, sorrow, tension been done so well by this actor, you had to believe its Hamlet. Glenn Close is outstanding, her appearence is very appealing, very genuine both in a maternal and sexual way. The chemistry between Close and Gibson is impeccable. Glenn Close as Gertrude potrays every single emotion well, she is a prowd, happy queen to marry her husbands brother, on the other hand also a concerned and caring mother to Hamlet, her closeness to her son certainly gives a sexual tension as well. The film oozes with fine, flmamboyant performences from almost all the cast. The film maintains a fine flow and has its moments of decent humour too that will make you smile, nevertheless very dramatic and very charged! You never fail to realize that you are actually witnessing the real play by Sir Shakespeare. Definately worth a look.Movie Review: This is a Hamlet for today's audience.
Summary: 5 Stars
This version of Hamlet is short and fast paced. It has plenty of energy and Mel Gibson is a convincing Hamlet. The balances of the cast are top-notch actors and are in excellent form. There is enough of the story to give cohesion. There are no stories or plays that could not stand a little reinterpreting. But some times this leave out the feel. Mel actually put more feel back in to the original intent. So do not compare while watching. And watch it a gain.
The story takes place in Denmark. Hamlet the prince is informed by the ghost of his father that his mother and uncle were responsible for his father's death. His mother and his uncle get married before the funeral meat is cold. How will Hamlet deal with the situation and what effect will it have on others around him?
Hamlet - Criterion Collection ~ Laurence Olivier
Movie Review: The classic story returns for the next generation
Summary: 5 Stars
Though Shakespeare has been studied by scholars for centuries and it theater audience have been limited to the highly educated, only in this last decade have I recently enjoyed the works of Shakespeare through the movie screen. Its language and historical value have eluded me for decades. Only since the release of Taming of the Shrewd on VHS have I ventured to view and thoroughly enjoy not only the Shakespearean words, but a lively tale which showcases how life has not changed since the 16th century. Hamlet, with Mel Gibson, is another such movie that has brought Shakespeare alive and understandable. It is entertaining & easy to follow & not too lengthy that one would lose interest. Glen Close also adds her genius acting to the mix and you can escape into a world that may or may not have existed. It was a pleasant two hours of entertainment which is a rarity in Hollywierd today.