H@mlet V3rsions

I liked the Michael Almereyda's version of a Hamlet the most. This version was very dramatic and stood out the most to me. It was modern and loud and kept me interested.

The Universal idea that seems to be in all versions of Hamlet is that he's pale with fear. He's debating whether or not to kill himself.

Kenneth Branagh's Hamlet- Very dull, looking into a mirror, whispering with suspense. The mirror was used to convey his inner conscience as he questioned whether to kill himself or not. He was in a big room with one mirror which he talked to.

Laurence Olivier's Hamlet- Boring and quiet on a cliff surrounded by water. The water is roubled conveying how his mind is troubled. He talks in a very dull tone.

Franco Zefferelli's Hamlet- This was the second most dramatic version. The catacombs portrayed how close he was to death that the decision was right there. With no music you focused on what he was saying more. As he looked up to the ceiling where the light was shining through it showed the chance for hope.

Michael Alymereyda's Hamlet- Most dramatic started off repeating "To be or not to be" while holding a gun in different positions on his face.