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fromThe Atlantic
5 hours ago

'Hamnet' Is Miserable, and Proud of It

Agnes Hathaway's natural mystique and tragic bond with Shakespeare drive a somber, speculative film linking personal grief to the poetic resonance of Hamlet.
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

TIFF 2025: Hamnet, Driver's Ed, EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Among one of the heralded festival favorites to make its Canadian premiere was Chloé Zhao's breathtaking adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's "Hamnet." Rich in beauty and astounding performances, "Hamnet" is a stunning domestic drama set in the household of William Shakespeare, but with a twist: in this retelling of the Bard's life, it is his wife who is the real subject of the movie.
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Arts
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

Review: 'Born with Teeth' starring Ncuti Gatwa at Wyndham's Theatre

A trashy, playful two-hander presents Marlowe as brash and Shakespeare as mild, mixing sexual tension, comedy, and growing seriousness about reputation and power.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Guardian view on Christopher Marlowe: it's time to read him and honour him | Editorial

Christopher Marlowe's theatrical prominence has faded, but a new West End production revives his charisma and explores provocative links with William Shakespeare.
Writing
fromwww.ocregister.com
7 months ago

How a surprising Shakespeare discovery was found in a letter used as scrap paper

A newly discovered letter suggests Shakespeare lived with his family in London, altering perceptions of his life and relationships.
Writing
fromBusiness Matters
7 months ago

Sorkin is the new Shakespeare - only with better suits and fewer dead kings

Aaron Sorkin is likened to Shakespeare for his ability to capture human expression and depth in dialogue.
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