Review of Hamlet (1996) by Andrea M — 21 Nov 2009

I love this film, it's the best film version of my favorite play I've ever seen. Kenneth Branagh is GOD when it comes to Shakespeare.

This review of Hamlet (1996) was written by Andrea M on 21 Nov 2009.

Hamlet has generally received positive reviews.

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