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7 May 1993 (USA) morePlot:
Young lovers Hero and Claudio, soon to wed, conspire to get verbal sparring partners and confirmed singles Benedick and Beatrice to wed as well. full summary | full synopsisAwards:
Nominated for Golden Globe. Another 4 wins & 5 nominations moreNewsDesk:
(25 articles)
Brian Blessed reportedly cast as Odin in Branagh's Thor (From The Geek Files. 4 June 2009, 4:42 AM, PDT)
Pallett pulls out of Shakespeare play
(From digitalspy. 3 June 2009, 8:14 AM, PDT)
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Brilliant! And sure to make people interested in Shakespeare once again moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Richard Briers | ... | Leonato | |
| Kate Beckinsale | ... | Hero | |
| Imelda Staunton | ... | Margaret | |
| Jimmy Yuill | ... | Friar Francis | |
| Brian Blessed | ... | Antonio | |
| Andy Hockley | ... | George Seacole | |
| Chris Barnes | ... | Francis Seacole | |
| Conrad Nelson | ... | Hugh Oatcake | |
| Phyllida Law | ... | Ursula | |
| Emma Thompson | ... | Beatrice | |
| Alex Lowe | ... | Messenger | |
| Denzel Washington | ... | Don Pedro | |
| Keanu Reeves | ... | Don John | |
| Richard Clifford | ... | Conrade | |
| Gerard Horan | ... | Borachio |
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111 minLanguage:
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1.85 : 1 moreSound Mix:
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Australia:PG | Iceland:L | Canada:PG (Ontario) | South Korea:15 | Portugal:M/12 | Argentina:13 | Chile:14 | Finland:K-8 | France:U | Germany:6 | Peru:14 | Singapore:PG | Spain:T | Sweden:7 | UK:PG | USA:PG-13Filming Locations:
Villa Vignamaggio, Greve in Chianti, Florence, Tuscany, ItalyFun Stuff
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Much of the singing was not re-recorded. moreGoofs:
Crew or equipment visible: As the wedding party emerges from the front door in the final shot, the crane used to achieve the elevated view is briefly visible. moreQuotes:
Dogberry: A good old man, sir; he will be talking: as they say, when the age is in, the wit is out: God help us! it is a world to see. Well said, i' faith, neighbour Verges: well, God's a good man; an two men ride of a horse, one must ride behind. An honest soul, i' faith, sir; by my troth he is, as ever broke bread; but God is to be worshipped; all men are not alike; alas, good neighbour!Leonato: Indeed, neighbour, he comes too short of you.
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It's one of the most delightful adaptations of Shakespeare ever made. Personally, I am a great fan of Shakespeare, but it seems that the film must appeal even to those who normally don't like the Bard. Kenneth Branagh is at his best both as producer and performer. I admire his imagination and ingenuity, which he applies to his work. He created beautiful, picturesque, entertaining, amusing and hilarious movie with awesome actor's work and fine music. Some cuts of the original play were essential to make the movie dynamic, and the play was not considerably damaged. All members of the starring cast make Shakespearean text sound natural, alive and very funny. Emma Thompson shines as bright ginger-haired Beatrice. It goes without saying that she's an actress of unique talent, and in this film she does an amazing job, being lively, sharp and witty, sparkling with energy, humor and cheerfulness, or sometimes vehement and passionate (when her cousin is offended). Branagh as Benedick is up to her. Other notable performances are given by imposing Brian Blessed (seigneur Antonio) and Richard Briers (seigneur Leonato). Robert Sean Leonard and Kate Beckinsale as Claudio and Hero are adequate and beautiful pair. Keanu Reeves is really good in the part of grim, villainous Don John, notwithstanding opinions of many reviewers here. Michael Keaton's Constable Dogberry and other comic characters makes me laugh a lot through the film. Definitely, this is an excellent film for enjoyment. 10/10.