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Hamlet

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Hamlet returns home after a long absence when his father, a powerful Indian businessman at the heart of London's nouveau riche, dies suddenly. Hamlet soon starts to see visions of his dead father, who claims his brother Claudius murdered him -- and urges Hamlet to take revenge.

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Jenna Mahale Little White Lies Sep 8
The film is an undeniably beautiful one, though not quite unique enough to make a case for its adaptation. Go to Full Review Brian Tallerico RogerEbert.com Sep 8
To say that Ahmed is the reason to see “Hamlet” would be an understatement. At first, his near-tears vocal choices married to his practical shaking feel overdone, but one must remember that Hamlet is going mad with grief and rage Go to Full Review Tim Grierson Screen International Sep 5
Playing the title character as a fragile man dangerously unravelling, Ahmed brings considerable passion to indelible lines -- but the real force comes from the emotional authenticity he lends one of drama’s most formidable and familiar roles. Go to Full Review Asyia Iftikhar metro.co.uk Oct 13
4.5/5
I would argue that, in a sea of rinse and repeat Hamlets often told from the same Western-centric lens, this offers a desperately needed breath of fresh air, even if it is not perfect. Go to Full Review Sarah Marrs Lainey Gossip Oct 9
Hamlet is Hamlet is Hamlet, it reaches the inevitable conclusion. At least this Hamlet has Riz Ahmed and his wonderful performance to anchor it. Go to Full Review Doug Jamieson The Jam Report Oct 8
3.5/5
A modern tragedy that feels alive, relevant, and urgent, anchored by a shattering performance from Riz Ahmed. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Aneil Karia

Director

Riz Ahmed

Actor

Morfydd Clark

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Joe Alwyn

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Timothy Spall

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Art Malik

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Movie Info

Synopsis Hamlet returns home after a long absence when his father, a powerful Indian businessman at the heart of London's nouveau riche, dies suddenly. Hamlet soon starts to see visions of his dead father, who claims his brother Claudius murdered him -- and urges Hamlet to take revenge.
Director
Aneil Karia
Producer
James Wilson, Riz Ahmed, Michael Lesslie, Allie Moore, Tommy Oliver
Screenwriter
Michael Lesslie
Production Co
Left Handed Films, Storyteller Productions, JW Films, Confluential Films
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 54m