“To be or not to be? That is the question.” Thus begins what may be the most famous dramatic soliloquy in the English language, the centerpiece of Shakespeare’s most ambitious and famous play. It has been called the greatest single piece of English literature, and for good reason. From its vivid, complex characters to its nuanced themes to its beautiful, rich language, it shows off the bard at his finest.
Hamlet, the prince of Denmark, is forced into a web of tragedy and revenge when the ghost of his father appears and reveals that he was murdered by Hamlet’s uncle, the new King. It has been adapted for the screen numerous times, and actors who have played Hamlet on film include Laurence Olivier, Kenneth Branagh, Mel Gibson, and Ethan Hawke.
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