Kenneth Branagh,
Michael Keaton,
Robert Sean Leonard,
Keanu Reeves,
Emma Thompson
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Actor Kenneth Branagh made his directorial debut with a rousing screen adaptation of William Shakespeare's Henry V. Four years later, he returns to the bard's work with this lively version of one of S... read more
Directed by: Kenneth Branagh
Release Date: May 7, 1993
Keywords:
emma thompson,
keanu reeves,
kenneth branagh,
michael keaton,
Emma Thompson ,
Kenneth Branagh ,
Keanu Reeves ,
Michael Keaton
DVD Release Date: January 1, 1998
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October 11, 2010A wonderfully old-fashioned adaptation of one of William Shakespeare's comedies with a stellar cast. While it is hard to pick out someone, Michael Keaton is particularly awesome as confused constable. Of course drama, complications and evil plots ensue, but of course, since this ... read more
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August 2, 2010The love hate of Beatrice and Benedict was my favorite part, coupled with the enigmatic Denzel Washington.
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November 18, 2009I don't know what Keanu Reeves and Denzel Washington were doing in this movie, but they stuck out like sore thumbs. It's a "good" adaption, but certainly not special. When I think of the 60's Romeo and Juliet, that was memorable and a classic. This, not so much.
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May 21, 2007I really enjoyed this. Kenneth Branagh has always been good at bringing Shakespeare to the great unwashed masses, making it undertandable and entertaining. But it could have been better. What was KB smokin' when he decided casting Keanu Reeves was a good idea? Reeves is so bad in... read more
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January 3, 2007A cast of Hollywood stars attempt to garner some credibility by doing Shakespeare. A decent adaptation which depends entirely on your ability to stomach Shakespearian comedy. Which I can't.
Critic Reviews
July 2, 2008
Todd McCarthy, Variety
May 12, 2001
Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
The picture is overripe, and with few exceptions, so are the performances.
January 1, 2000
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
The key to the film's success is in the acting, especially in the sparks that fly between Branagh and Thompson. Full Review
January 1, 2000
Hal Hinson, Washington Post
Somehow, the movie feels insubstantial and uninspired. Full Review
January 1, 2000
Desson Thomson, Washington Post
Director Branagh, who altered the play imaginatively for the screen, gives wonderful import to this silliness from long ago. Full Review
January 1, 2000
James Berardinelli, ReelViews
This film cements Branagh's status as a great director of Shakespeare, and perhaps of film in general, as well. Full Review
April 4, 2012
Carrie R. Wheadon, Common Sense Media
Very accessible, jubilant Shakespeare with brief bawdiness. Full Review
May 8, 2011
Peter Canavese, Groucho Reviews
Branagh's highly entertaining and accessible take on one of the Bard's zestiest comedies. [Blu-ray] Full Review
July 2, 2008
TV Guide's Movie Guide
A joyous romp whose forced jollity is only occasionally wearing. Full Review
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