Review of Shakespeare in Love (1998) by Adrian B — 10 Feb 2012
Williams Shakespeare (Joseph Fiennes) is in the midst of composing a famous play (of course that being Romeo and Juliet), without the thought of personally engaging in a romance for himself. However, he becomes in intrigued by the daughter (Gwyneth Paltrow) of a wealthy society man.
They begin to romance, even though she has been forced to commit to another much richer man (Colin Firth). Not sure why many of the characters are wearing earrings, but still, despite what it could have been, this is likeable film.
It moves at a quick enough pace, with very few slow spots, and the performances are fun (Paltrow is pretty good). The dialogue is not annoying, as I had not suspected, and the stage scenes of Romeo and Juliet are quite amusing.
Judi Dench is fine in her supporting role as Queen Elizabeth I. Not bad, considering I was expected a sappy love fest, but it turned out to be charming.
This review of Shakespeare in Love (1998) was written by Adrian B on 10 Feb 2012.
Shakespeare in Love has generally received very positive reviews.
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