I like new movies with special effects as much as the next girl, but there is something about live theater that always leaves me breathless. Whether its the enchanting music of the "Phantom of the Opera" or a rendition of Shakespeare's prose, I almost always find myself in tears at the end of a stage performance. And there is something that makes Shakespeare even more endearing when its preformed with an authentic English accent. So I was excited to get the chance to review the "Discovering Hamlet" DVD .
"Discovering Hamlet" takes you behind the scenes at the staging of Hamlet. Back in 1988, rising star Kenneth Branagh had just landed the role of the Prince of Denmark with the help and guidance of Emmy winning actor Derek Jacobi. He eventually earned the title of the "best Hamlet of his generation" by the New York Times. He eventually brought Hamlet to life on the silver screen. This exciting documentary, narrated by Patrick Stewart, lets you follow the cast and crew through four weeks of rehearsals all the way through to opening night. You learn about costume design, text advisers and more. You will find exclusive interviews, behind the scenes footage, and even learn about the history of the Renaissance theater. You will get an inside look at the work involved in bringing a play to life, which will give you even more appreciation of this amazing art form.
If you would like to get a copy of this amazing DVD for yourself, you can find it in most DVD retailers nationwide. It is also available online at Acorn for $39.99.
***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***
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