Review of Prospero's Books (1991) by Private U — 29 Jun 2007
Disturbing, facinating, and truly unique look at what many people consider to be one of Shakespeare's "Romantic Comedies". This version reverses all expectations, and takes an intriguing look at many, many different themes which are presented in Shakespeare's work.
A very interesting mix of all forms of visual and performance art, much of which is presented with sheer in-your-face gusto and unappologetic weirdness. However, I'm relieved to be able to say that none of it appeared gratuituous or distracting.
Simply, attention-grabbing. Gielgud was facinating to watch, as was the dancer who performed Caliban and the many, MANY different perfomers who presented Ariel. The harpy scene gave me shivers. heh. You definately have to watch this more than once to even begin to grasp all the thought and layering that has gone into this dense piece of artful film.
A very insiteful, jaw-dropping piece of Shakespearian originality.
This review of Prospero's Books (1991) was written by Private U on 29 Jun 2007.
Prospero's Books has generally received positive reviews.
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