Much Ado About Nothing (DVD, 1999)

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When gallant Don Pedro (Denzel Washington), his nefarious brother Don John (Keanu Reeves), and close confidantes Claudio (Robert Sean Leonard) and Benedick (Kenneth Branagh) ride thunderously into the Sicilian village of Messina, romance, gaiety, and suspicion abound. The men have returned safely from a war, and soon everyone in the sun-drenched villa is abuzz with thoughts of love. Claudio, enamored of the purity of the nubile Hero (Kate Beckinsale), entreats Don Pedro to woo the maiden on his behalf that evening at a masked ball. Once he's managed the successful betrothal of Hero to Claudio, Don Pedro has another plot in mind: he plans to trick Hero's bantering cousin Beatrice (Emma Thompson) and sworn bachelor Benedick into acknowledging they've fallen in love. Meanwhile, the villainous Don John, driven by contempt for his compatriots, has hatched a plot of his own: to fool Claudio and Don Pedro into believing Hero is unchaste. The plot works perfectly: sensitive but volatile Claudio denounces her publicly on their wedding day. All seems lost, and soon the attempts to set things right include a formal duel, a scheming friar, a mock memorial and a gaggle of bumbling constables. With its excellent cast and beautiful Tuscan backdrop, director Kenneth Branagh's film is a light-hearted adaptation of yet another of Shakespeare's great plays.

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EAN5017239190216
eBay Product ID (ePID)3944479

Product Key Features

ActorDenzel Washington, Richard Briers, Ben Elton, Michael Keaton, Emma Thompson, Kenneth Branagh, Keanu Reeves, Robert Sean Leonard
Film/TV TitleMuch Ado about Nothing
DirectorKenneth Branagh
LanguageEnglish
Run Time106 Mins
Aspect Ratio16:9 Wide Screen
Release Year1999
FormatDVD
FeaturesWidescreen
GenreDrama, Romantic

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Number of Discs1
CertificatePG
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
ReviewsNew York Times - ...[Branagh] has done it again....Triumphantly romantic, comic and, most surprising of all, emotionally alive..., Rolling Stone - ...Invigorating fun....[Thompson] is an actress of unflagging elegance..., Variety - ...A spirited, winningly acted rendition of one of the Bard's most popular comedies....Richard Briers and Brian Blessed are rock solid...
Sound sourceDolby Pro Logic
Movie/TV TitleMuch Ado About Nothing

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  • A brilliantiantly funny tragic comedy based on variety of Shakesprarean plays This is a classic not to be missed.

    A brilliant tragic comedy based on variety of Shakesprarean plays using cunning, wit and hilarious plots. I saw this movie when it was released as a young teenager and watched it with my own family and teenage daughters. We all thoroughly enjoyed it and would highly recommend it to all for general viewing.

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  • Watch it and fall in love with seeing others fall in love

    The ultimate feel-good movie of a wonderful play. Kenneth Branagh's star-studded cast performing this classic text in the beautiful scenery of Tuscany is joyous. The screenplay is passionate and so easy to understand; it is full of drama, passion and absolute happiness. Years ago I had the pleasure of meeting Richard Briers [Leonato] and discussed the film with him - he said it was the happiest production on which he had ever worked - and it shows. Watch it and fall in love with seeing others fall in love. Timeless.

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  • One of the best film versions of the bard.

    Great production, Great Cast. Great performances. Great Script (who wrote it anyway?) I've seen it several times and love it. Not for people who like their Shakespeare in modern dress and set on the New York subway.

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  • The most watchable Shakespeare film.

    My favourite Shakespeare film. Not only is the spicy and witty dialogue so engaging but all of the characters are played by top class actors! One to watch over and over.

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  • MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

    Kenneth Branagh showed once again what a great actor and director he is!

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  • Great feelgood movie

    Absolutely love this film, Ken and Em AND Shakespeare at their best. Fantastic.

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  • Much Ado About Nothing

    Excellent! The best TV Shakespeare.

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  • Wonderful Shakespeare

    Typically Kenneth Branagh lusciousness ! Stunning cast. Beautiful setting and a joy to watch !

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  • Feel good film

    A proper British feel good film that brings Shakespeare to life with a modern twist

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  • Wonderful movie

    A really well directed film with amazing cinematography. Beautiful music score. It makes you feel like you can speak Shakespeare English.

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