Review of Cymbeline (2014) by Dann M — 03 Jun 2015
A gritty, modern adaption of the Shakespearean play, Cymbeline is a compelling tale of hubris and tragedy. After his daughter secretly marries one of his henchmen, gang leader Cymbeline sends her away and prepares for a coming war with the police force.
Starring Ed Harris, Milla Jovovich, Dakota Johnson, Penn Badgley, and Ethan Hawke, the casting is quite good, as are the performances; especially given the use of Shakespearean language. Additionally, director Michael Almereyda uses an interesting visual aesthetic, which paired with the score, creates an atmospheric tone.
Cymbeline is a little plot heavy, but overall the film does a good job at delivering a bold new vision of one of Shakespeare's more undervalued works.
This review of Cymbeline (2014) was written by Dann M on 03 Jun 2015.
Cymbeline has generally received negative reviews.
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