Hamlet/Horatio

2021·Movie
1h 37min·NR
84
GreatGoodWatch score

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Immersive world, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Violence6
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy8
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Some sharp wit and satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Satire & Parody5
  • Absurdist Humor4

World

The mind and society

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Novelty8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout dialogue, direction, and performances

  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Meta Narrative9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout cinematography and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8
  • Editing7

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AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Hamlet/Horatio begins on an empty sound stage with the death of Hamlet. The action transpires in his last moment of awareness as the hero of Shakespeare's most famous play watches his life flash before him while his soul transcends all earthly conflict. Hamlet/Horatio is told from the perspective of Hamlet's closest friend and confidante, Horatio, who takes on the role of film director in order to fulfill his promise to dying Hamlet of telling the story of Hamlet's life so that the world will know of Hamlet's tragic sacrifice.
Shakespearean Meta-NarrativePsychological DramaTragic ReflectionDeath and MemoryStage to Screen AdaptationHoratio's PerspectivePhilosophical ExplorationIntense Dialogue

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Hamlet/Horatio legally?

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Is Hamlet/Horatio worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Hamlet/Horatio rated?

NRViolenceSuicide themes

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and suicide themes.

How long is Hamlet/Horatio?

1 h 37 min

Hamlet/Horatio runs 1 h 37 min.

What language is Hamlet/Horatio in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch Hamlet/Horatio?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Hamlet/Horatio in 22 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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