Review of The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021) by Moviemitch96 — 01 Jan 2022
The latest adaptation of this classic Shakespeare play sees Macbeth played in true tour de force-style by Denzel Washington, and Lady Macbeth played equally as brilliantly by Frances McDormand. Those who are Shakespeare nerds like me or are familiar with the story know how this one goes.
Macbeth is visited by 3 witches who prophesize that he is to become King of Scotland, and becomes hellbent on fulfilling this supposed prophecy and stopping anyone who gets in his way. Naturally, murder and mayhem ensue.
While the film is a rather straightforward adaptation, the basics are made up for through powerful and committed performances from all involved. Washington and McDormand are a duo to be reckoned with here, but the biggest MVP just might be Kathryn Hunter as the 3 witches, who gives such a haunting performance! Other standout supporting players include Brendan Gleeson as King Duncan and Corey Hawkins as Macduff.
In addition, the film manages to set the right kind of eerie mood with a reduced aspect ratio and black and white cinematography. But overall, it's an admirable confident take on the classic Shakespeare play with winning performances from all and unique production values, even if it is a little basic and straightforward in delivery in the end.
This review of The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021) was written by Moviemitch96 on 01 Jan 2022.
The Tragedy of Macbeth has generally received positive reviews.
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