This film was released in 1998. I only had the chance to watch it today, since I was like, 3 years old at that time. I regret only watching it now because it was such a great movie, I don't even know what to say.
I bought a CD earlier today at SM Manila. It's a buy 1 take 1 promo, and I chose Shakespeare in Love and Atonement for 156 pesos. I just want to add that it was worth it!
I don't really know if there really was a Viola de Lesseps in the real Shakespeare's heart (though I do think there's none) but the film gave a twist to the Shakespeare's story. It was very creative, using his novels, Romeo and Juliet, and Twelfth Night, plus his Sonnet 18.
The cinematography was great. I don't really know how plays were done in the sixteenth century, now I think I know. Before I thought that his plays were done in larger stages than what was shown in the film. (You have to watch it to see). I was also surprised that only men can play parts in the theater. I was like, "So in the earlier times, Juliet was played by a man?!" I really can't get over that part.
I want to tell you the story but I don't want to spoil much (for those who haven't watched it yet). All in all, it was a work of art. Plus, Joseph Fiennes is so hot! Lol.
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This was a truly excellent movie with great actors, colorful clothing, and dances of the times that will take you back to the Renaissance for a couple of hours.
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