Hamlet Compare And Contrast

Tony Robbins said, “To effectively communicate, we must realize that we are all different in the way we perceive the world and use this understanding as a guide to our communication with others”. Shakespeare’s writing has had many different ways of being presented because people perceive it in different ways. Whether it is a literal representation or a spin, directors like to show viewers the way they perceive the text. In the movie version of Hamlet the director, Kenneth Branagh, wanted the viewers to find Shakespeare interesting and full of action and drama. Kenneth chose the right direction to go in to keep the audience’s attention but it

The final way that Laertes acts as a foil to Hamlet occurs once again when Claudius and Laertes are discussing Laertes’ actions to achieve his vengeance. Claudius gives Laertes advice saying, “That we would do/ we should do when we would; for this ‘would’/ changes” (4.7.134-136). Claudius is warning Laertes that if he waits long enough, he will probably end up not doing anything at all and will not achieve his goal of vengeance. This quote spoken by Claudius is quite similar to when King Hamlet’s ghost meets with Hamlet earlier in the play to warn him about how he was killed by Claudius and that he must get revenge. King Hamlet’s ghost also warns Hamlet saying, “Taint not thy mind” (1.5.92), telling him to not over think his plan because otherwise he will not pursue his vengeance. After Claudius warns Laertes to not get side tracked, the audience is reminded of King Hamlet’s ghost telling Hamlet to not over think because then their plans will not be pursued. This scene acts as a foil towards Hamlet because soon after the conversation, Laertes does pursue his plan of seeking vengeance, whereas Hamlet has been working on his plan the whole play, and has still not started to execute it.

Many directors choose to make many different decisions when producing their version of Hamlet. Every actor portrays the character Hamlet in several ways making each version almost a new story. Mel Gibson's 1990 version and the 2009 David Tennant films are very different in style, scene omissions and several other aspects.

To completely understand how someone is, the reasoning behind their person, you have to take into account the people around them. In William Shakespeare’s play “The Tragedy of Hamlet”, Ophelia and Laertes represent different aspects of prince Hamlets traits that further the understanding of his behaviour, thoughts, and over-all character.

Boxes are common inanimate objects that are found in most households. They are used to store objects that are unwanted or to hold gifts for loved ones. The theme of love in Hamlet on the other hand is an intense emotion that can not be found in every relationship. So with all of their differences what makes them alike?

There are many important aspects to consider when making a movie, especially when one is being made after a famous play. Some of these aspects include how they compare to Shakespeare's original play, costumes, setting and casting. This will be comparing 2 Hamlet movies, first one is directed by Franco Zeffirelli in 1990 and the second is directed by Kenneth Branagh in 1996.

In coping with the deaths of their fathers, while both Hamlet and Laertes desire revenge, Hamlet acts slowly and unpredictably, elaborately planning his revenge, whereas Laertes acts quickly and impulsively in a burst of rage. When Hamlet hears from the ghost that Claudius murdered his father, he swears to avenge the killing by murdering Claudius. Likewise, when Laertes hears of his father’s death, believing at first that Claudius had involvement, he pursues revenge by storming the castle and nearly stabbing Claudius. Both Hamlet and Laertes experience a strong desire for retribution, which they aim to achieve through further killing. However, in method of revenge, Hamlet and Laertes differ greatly, reacting distinctly to their circumstances.

Hamlet is a suspenseful play that introduces the topic of tragedy. Throughout the play, Hamlet displays anger, uncertainty, and obsession with death. Although Hamlet is unaware of it, these emotions cause the mishaps that occur throughout the play. These emotions combined with his unawareness are the leading basis for the tragic hero’s flaws. These flaws lead Hamlet not to be a bad man, but a regular form of imperfection that comes along with being human.

“Revenge his foul and most unnatural murder” (I.V.31). In Shakespeare's play titled Hamlet, Lies, deception, and foul play are all encompassed into an iconic tale of revenge. The tragedy takes place in Denmark, following the death of Hamlet’s father, King Hamlet. Shortly after his death, King Hamlet’s brother Claudius marries, the Queen, who is prince Hamlet’s mother. The ghost of the dead king later shows himself to Hamlet in order to reveal that he was actually murdered by his own brother Claudius. After the ghost instructs Hamlet to avenge his death, he composes a plan involving false insanity, to discover whether Claudius really did kill his father and how to avenge his father's death. In comparing the original Hamlet play, to movie

Here are two extremely famous productions both portraying one of the most famous speeches of all time, Hamlet's “To be or not to be” soliloquy. Kenneth Branagh’s version is approximately three minutes and ten seconds, while Franco Zeffirelli’ is about three minutes and thirty five seconds. Branagh chose himself to be the star of his own play, while Zeffirelli chose a young Mel Gibson. This soliloquy occurs in Act 3 scene 1. Both of the directors takes on this scene could not have been more different.

No two individuals are alike. Each individual evolves with his or her own equines, style, and way of life. Hamlet and Laertes experienced similar childhoods, and shared similar family attributes. They were both born into royalty and throughout their lives were treated like that. Hamlet and Laertes were taught to abide by the same ethics and morals. Although Hamlet and Laertes seem to be twined regarding family, royalty, and school, they were not. One example is when Hamlet and Laertes were consumed by a very basic characteristic, that of revenge. Hamlet and Laertes were very similar in most respects that differ from Laertes, which is driven by passion and Hamlet is driven by reason (Studymoose).

murder in a rash mood. It is not seen by Gertrude. It tries to urge

The purpose of this report is to compare and contrast two movies made about Hamlet. I will present and discuss different aspects of the version directed by Kenneth Branagh to that of Franco Zefirelli. During this paper you will be presented with my opinions in reference to determining which version of Hamlet best reflects the original text by Shakespeare. I will end this paper with my belief and explanation of which movie is true to the original play.

Often, pieces of literature have been analyzed and made into a motion picture in the hopes of further developing the themes presented in the work. Though the Shakespearian play, Hamlet, has been interpreted and converted into a film numerous times by different directors, Kenneth Branagh’s adaptation particularly captured the essence of Hamlet and helped the audience truly understand the events that transpired in Act Three Scene Two of Hamlet. It is in this act, Hamlet plan to reveal King Claudius’ treachery is played out. Hamlet exposes the king through adding an extra sixteen lines to the play which depicts him killing Hamlet’s father. With the directions Hamlet gave to the actors, Hamlet is able to make the audience recognize the king’s

Hamlet is part of the most outstanding plays written by William Shakespeare in the 16th century. As one reads the play they come to the conclusion that Claudius, the king of Denmark and Hamlet’s uncle, is a villainous person. One will learn that Claudius kills Hamlet’s Father, the previous king of Denmark, and steals his place. Hamlet is aware of Claudius’ crime and with his actions. He informs Claudius about his awareness. With Hamlet’s awareness of Claudius’ crime, Claudius takes no instant action upon Hamlet’s life, until Act 4 scene 7, where he admits that he wanted to kill Hamlet all along. This speech that Claudius has with Laertes causes people to become aware of the true hypocritical character of Claudius and the reality behind the actions of the higher state rulers in the Elizabethan age.