5.9Discovering Hamlet · 1990
Discovering Hamlet (1990) is a Documentary film directed by Mark Olshaker, starring Derek Jacobi, Kenneth Branagh, Richard Easton.
Documentary
5.9Overview
IN 1988, rising star Kenneth Branagh tackled the role of Shakespeare’s prince of Denmark for the first time in his professional career under the guidance of celebrated actor Derek Jacobi. Narrated by Patrick Stewart, this hour-long film documents how Kenneth Branagh and Derek Jacobi, two intelligent and passionate men, found new depths in Shakespeare’s classic drama, Hamlet. Filmmakers Mark Olshaker and Larry Klein follow the company through four weeks of rehearsals, from the first read-throughs to opening night.
Cast
Derek Jacobi, Kenneth Branagh, Richard Easton, Patrick Stewart, Richard Clifford, Edward Jewesbury, David Parfitt, Sophie Thompson
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What is "Discovering Hamlet" about?
IN 1988, rising star Kenneth Branagh tackled the role of Shakespeare’s prince of Denmark for the first time in his professional career under the guidance of celebrated actor Derek Jacobi. Narrated by Patrick Stewart, this hour-long film documents how Kenneth Branagh and Derek Jacobi, two intelligent and passionate men, found new depths in Shakespeare’s classic drama, Hamlet. Filmmakers Mark Olshaker and Larry Klein follow the company through four weeks of rehearsals, from the first read-throughs to opening night.
When was "Discovering Hamlet" released?
Discovering Hamlet was released in 1990.
Who stars in "Discovering Hamlet"?
The cast includes Derek Jacobi, Kenneth Branagh, Richard Easton, Patrick Stewart.
