Review of Hamlet (1996) by Jackie M — 06 Mar 2008

Just too bright and happy and Grand for my personal taste, but Kate Winslet is heart-breaking and Derek Jacobi OWNS the role of Claudius.

This review of Hamlet (1996) was written by Jackie M on 06 Mar 2008.

Hamlet has generally received positive reviews.

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