Coriolanus

Modern setting is applied to Shakespeare's play about a warrior (Fiennes) unable to settle into people politics is banished from the city and joins his long term enemy (Butler) to seek his revenge.

Classic, compelling tale brought extremely well to the screen by director Fiennes. The strength of this though lies in the performances. Whilst Fiennes in the lead is the real powerhouse character - note his piercing eyes and furious anger - Redgrave as his mother and Cox as his diplomatic friend are just as vital.