The Complete Walk: Romeo and Juliet
To commemorate the 400th anniversary of the Bard's death, Shakespeare's Globe has assembled an all-star cast to make 37 short films – one for each play – and here's the twist: each lavish 10 minute vignette is made on location in the real setting of each plot. The films have been directed by a selection of young directors and blend existing Shakespeare's Globe footage with new material shot in locations that capture the breadth of the Bard's imagination, including the Pyramids of Dahshur in Egypt, the rocks of Elsinore, Denmark, and the historic Jewish Ghetto of Venice, Italy. “Romeo and Juliet”, which starred Jessie Buckley as Juliet, was filmed at Juliet's Tomb, Verona.
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Plot Summary
This short film is part of The Complete Walk project, which aimed to create a series of short films based on Shakespeare's plays, each shot in a single, uninterrupted take. 'Romeo and Juliet' explores the iconic tragic love story through a modern lens, focusing on the intense connection and inevitable downfall of its young protagonists within a contemporary setting.
Critical Reception
As part of a larger, experimental project, individual critical reception for this specific short film is limited. However, 'The Complete Walk' project itself was generally praised for its ambitious and innovative approach to adapting Shakespeare for a modern audience and for its technical achievements in capturing each film in a single take.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its experimental, single-take format.
- Appreciated for its modern interpretation of Shakespeare.
- Recognized for the ambitious scope of the overall project.
Google audience: Specific Google user reviews for this short film are not readily available. However, the broader 'Complete Walk' project was noted by audiences for its unique cinematic approach and its ability to make classic literature accessible.
Awards & Accolades
None notable for this specific short film, though the 'Complete Walk' project was a notable artistic endeavor.
Fun Fact
Each film in 'The Complete Walk' project, including this adaptation of 'Romeo and Juliet,' was shot in a single, continuous take without any cuts, presenting a unique directorial challenge and viewing experience.
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