Review of Hamlet (1996) by Patrick F — 03 May 2008

My favorite adaptation of Shakespeare on film - it is very nearly perfect.

This review of Hamlet (1996) was written by Patrick F on 03 May 2008.

Hamlet has generally received positive reviews.

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