Hamlet
Modern day adaptation of Shakespeare's immortal story about Hamlet's plight to avenge his father's murder in New York City.
Critics Sentiment
Hamlet delivers famous soliloquy in Blockbuster video store
Hamlet encounters gravedigger and Ophelia's funeral
The film drops significantly from the praised Laertes return to the awkward graveyard scene, falling 2.0 points as the second half loses momentum
This modern Hamlet adaptation starts promisingly with creative staging and strong performances from Bill Murray and Sam Shepard, reaching its peak with the inventive Blockbuster soliloquy. However, the film struggles in its second half, with reviewers noting increasing awkwardness and rushed pacing that undermines the initial creative vision. The overall reception reflects appreciation for the bold modern approach while acknowledging significant execution problems.
Full cast
Ethan Hawke
Hamlet
Kyle MacLachlan
Claudius
Diane Venora
Gertrude
Liev Schreiber
Laertes
Julia Stiles
Ophelia
Bill Murray
Polonius
Karl Geary
Horatio
Steve Zahn
Rosencrantz
Dechen Thurman
Guildenstern
Paula Malcomson
Marcella
Jeffrey Wright
Gravedigger
Rome Neal
Barnardo
Paul Bartel
Osric
Sam Shepard
Ghost
Casey Affleck
Fortinbras
Robert Thurman
Priest
Tim Blake Nelson
Flight Captain
John Wills Martin
Claudius Bodyguard
Bernadette Jurkowski
Blockbuster Clerk
Robert MacNeil
Player King
Crew
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