BIZARRE MIX

Shakespeare's adaptations are rarely done the right way when it comes to big screen. Classical adaptations have their very strict limitations, so seldomly movie creators try to brake the cliche and place one of his plays in a modern backdrop.

„Richard III” from 1995 does it in a most radical way, placing the story about the brutal heir to the English trone in a Nazi-like modern Britain. Solid portrayal by Ian McKellen and the all-British cast will be somewhat diminished by the hardcore script that will stand out from all the modern (and excellent) production and costimography.

„Richard III” is the most original interpretation of Shakespeare, but also the most bizzare one as well.

RICHARD III (1995) – 4/10

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HARDCORE SHAKESPEARE

Shakespeare movie interpretations haven't had their fare share of success in the past couple of decades, primarily due to a lack of innovation.

The newest version of „Macbeth” for the big screen brings us hardcore medieval Shakespeare script, independent production and all-star actors lineup. Fassbender is solid as king Macbeth, while Cotillard steals the show as his Lady. If you have enough patience to break through the multiple layers of incomprehensible language and writing style, you will be awarded with one quality artistic flick filled followed by plethora of symbols discreetly inserted by the young director Justin Kurtzel.

„Macbeth” is strictly for the lovers of classical Shakespeare and fans of Michael Fassbender and Marion Cotillard.

MACBETH - 6/10

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