It’s not surprising that the Bard would go on to inspire future writers and their stories.
Modern interpretations of his plays exist in every film genre, with numerous movies inspired by Shakespeare.
Derived from ShakespearesThe Tempest,Forbidden Planetthrives with its narrative intrigue that places an emphasis on character.
Battaglia’s ambitions and actions during his rise to power would ultimately become his downfall.
Despite not being a masterpiece,Men of Respectis an interesting adaptation of Shakespeare’s well-known playMacbeth.
The film makes for a standout amongother 80s rom-comsthanks to the inherent strengths of Shakespeare’s original story.
Deliver Us from Evais loosely based onThe Taming of the Shrew.
This version of the play isnt as complicated as the original text.
What is complicated is the meddling of the three men in the life of the combative “shrew.”
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Although a bit predictable,Deliver Us from Evais still a fairly enjoyable watch.
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