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National Theatre Live: Hamlet
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National Theatre Live: Hamlet

2010 · 210 min Drama
7.8 / 10 · TMDB

A 2010 broadcast of Hamlet returns to cinemas as part of the NT's 50th anniversary celebrations. Following his celebrated performances at the National Theatre in Burnt by the Sun, The Revenger's Tragedy, Philistines and The Man of Mode, Rory Kinnear plays Hamlet in a dynamic new production of Shakespeare’s complex and profound play about the human condition, directed by Nicholas Hytner. He is joined by Clare Higgins (Gertrude), Patrick Malahide (Claudius), David Calder (Polonius), James Laurenson (Ghost/Player King) and Ruth Negga (Ophelia).

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

National Theatre Live: Hamlet is a very strong film rated 7.8/10. Great direction and performances make this one well worth adding to your watchlist.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A 2010 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Rory Kinnear

Rory Kinnear

Hamlet

Matthew Barker

Matthew Barker

Francisco

David Calder

David Calder

Polonius

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Marcus Cunningham

Marcellus

Jake Fairbrother

Jake Fairbrother

Fortinbras

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Richie Hart

Musician

Clare Higgins

Clare Higgins

Gertrude

Ferdinand Kingsley

Ferdinand Kingsley

Rosencrantz

Alex Lanipekun

Alex Lanipekun

Laertes

James Laurenson

James Laurenson

Ghost / Player King

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