Review of Anonymous (2011) by William M — 09 Nov 2011

William Shakespeare; arguably the most influential English author in history. But what if he wasnâ(TM)t? What if Macbeth, Hamlet, Romeo and Juliette etc were actually written by an English nobleman who had Shakespeare take the credit? Anonymous attempts to persuade you to this viewpoint through a twisting political drama set in London during Queen Elizabeth Iâ(TM)s reign at the end of the 16th century.

Though the storyline is most likely total fantasy, is extremely compelling and well written. The acting was superb. Oscar deserving performances by Vanessa Redgrave and Rhys Ifans, lead the way for the other actors, whom also deliver great performances.

The costume design is excellent, and the CG creating the London landscape is beautiful. I am fully expecting to see this film nominated for an Oscar for costume design. The lighting and choreography are also done extremely well. This movie is stunning to watch from start to finish.

I thoroughly enjoyed this movie and I think you will too. I give it 9.5 / 10.