Mel Gibson and Franco Zeffirelli's adaptation of Hamlet has filled some of the gaps left by Shakespeare. This version of the classic story is thoroughly watchable. This is "Hamlet for the 90s," according to the director, and it is an especially entertaining version. With much of the text diced, the pace quickened, and the action streamlined, the film offers what amounts to an introduction to Shakespeare's classic, without losing any of the play's psychological complexities. …showed first 75 words of 728 total…

…showed last 75 words of 728 total…required a great amount of thought and reading of the very play. Zeferelli interprets it so well, that it flows like real life. Every aspect comes together to form a very real event. Around Gibson, the director has gathered a stellar cast, with Oscar winners and nominees, who, have added a new perspective to the play. Zeferelli is an amazing filmmaker, and I highly suggest this film to anyone, especially Hamlet fans around the world.