This movie is a tragedy about the cost of bitterness and resentment. I’m rarely in the mood for a bleak morality tale, but those who need the lesson would do well to pay close attention. The novel is vividly realized here though it sometimes abruptly changes tones, apparently in an attempt to include more content from the book.
Closest comparison: It’s like The Place Beyond the Pines by way of Gone With the Wind.
Setting: Gothic Horror
Plot: Tragedy
Tone: Drama
This is the definitive version of Shakespeare’s play, brought to life by the inimitable Kenneth Branagh. If you already like The Bard you’ll love it, but even those unfamiliar with his works may find themselves enjoying the antiquated dialogue and some historical aspects of the plot. Then ending, though, features an abrupt change of tone which is a strange directoral choice.
Closest comparison: It’s Shakespeare by Kenneth Branagh. What more do you want?
Setting: War
Plot: Political
Tone: Stage Play
