The RSC puts a modern spin on Shakespeare's Hamlet in this filmed-for-television version of their stage production. The Prince of Denmark seeks vengeance after his father is murdered and his mother marries the murderer.
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Title: Hamlet (TV Movie 2009)
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| David Tennant | ... | Hamlet | |
| Patrick Stewart | ... | Claudius / Ghost | |
| Penny Downie | ... | Gertrude | |
| Oliver Ford Davies | ... | Polonius | |
| Mariah Gale | ... | Ophelia | |
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Edward Bennett | ... | Laertes |
| Peter De Jersey | ... | Horatio | |
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Sam Alexander | ... | Rosencrantz / Second Gravedigger |
| Tom Davey | ... | Guildenstern | |
| Mark Hadfield | ... | Gravedigger | |
| John Woodvine | ... | Player King | |
| Ryan Gage | ... | Osric / Player Queen | |
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Samuel Dutton | ... | Dumbshow King |
| Jim Hooper | ... | Dumbshow Queen / Priest | |
| David Ajala | ... | Reynaldo / Dumbshow Poisoner | |
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The RSC puts a modern spin on Shakespeare's Hamlet in this filmed-for-television version of their stage production. The Prince of Denmark seeks vengeance after his father is murdered and his mother marries the murderer.
I lived in the UK during the production of this Hamlet, but, alas, tickets were sold out. When I found it was filmed, I was ecstatic. A long time fan of Patrick Stewart and David Tennant, I had high hopes. However, I was blown away by this film. Those who have complained about Tennant's acting skills are treating him as the Doctor starring in Hamlet. Tennant's portrayal is one of my favorites. Here is the Hamlet I've read, a young man with a terrible knowledge searching for answers and guidance. His "To be or not to be" was chilling. Patrick Stewart as Claudius is soft-spoken and deadly. He gave me shivers. Here is a man who looks like your uncle (to use one reviewers words), but would kill you in a moment. If I had one complaint, the actress portraying Ophelia was an obvious let-down. I'm not a big fan of Ophelia and this actress seemed to be struggling with the character. Her "mad" scene was painful to watch. So, I had to give this 9 stars. Excellent production. Great set, acting, and atmosphere. I loved it.