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Shakespeare Retold (DVD, 2005)
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Shakespeare Retold. (DVD, 2-Disc Set).
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The Taming of the Shrew is exceptional. Far better then the original put on in the Pop Up "Globe" Theatre in Auckland New Zealand. I could never understand Midsummer Night's Dream" until I saw it retold on this DVD. Fair to say also "Much about Nothing". I was disappointed in this version of MacBeth. If I were an English Teacher to interest students before tackling the original versions.
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I bought this dvd set because I had rented one of the Dvds to see James McAvoy. But he wasn't the reason I had to buy the whole series. I have seen Shakespeare movies and plays but these modernized settings and interpretations were wonderful and I enjoy watching them over and over again. Rufus Sewell in Taming of the Shrew was the real reason I had to buy the whole series. Each of the 4 plays is unique and could have been sold separately and I would have missed out on the two I enjoy the most.
Highly entertaining stories featuring many very well known actors. Highly recommended.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Excellent acting by all actors. Gives a total new look to the stories of Shakespeare.
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Excellent adaptation of play. Top cast and direction. Highly recommended.
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stunning actors, amasing scenes and filming
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
I love Shakespere having studied the plays and old english to fully appreciate the text. I saw these on TV, I think in the 80's. I am very pleased to have them on DVD to peruse at my leisure. I find them excellent and amusing. Updating the Shakespere Stories for the modern day. Some of the best reworking of the plays I have seen. Excellent cast of actors adds to the experience, good characterizations.
Interesting adaptations with good likeable actors and actresses who I have always liked and become more successful in their future.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Absolutely fantastic rendition of Shakespear in modern times. Very funny but serious when required. Takes nothing away from the actual writings of the man himself but well worth watching expecially for the younger viewer perhaps studying. Excellent collection of stories ,well written for today and definately highly recommended. Brilliant!!! especially 'the taming of the shrew' with Myrtl from harry potter...lol. enjoy!
You don't have to be a Shakespeare fan to enjoy this DVD - if you don't know the stories you're at no disadvantage - they roll out like any high quality modern dramas. Don't be put off by any thoughts of Shakespearean language -- every aspect of the production has been modernised to maximise accessibility for all ages and interests. This DVD is worth it just for the Taming of the Shrew - hilarious! Fantastic casts including Rufus Sewell, Johnny Vegas and Billy Piper means that any ambiguity in the story line is balanced by the familiarity of the actors and settings. A DVD to buy with confidence.
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