Favorite Shakespeare Films

Shakespeare is no stranger to the screen, any more than he is to the stage. There are so many film versions, it can be hard to sift through them. Some are simply recordings of stage productions, some take liberties with the text in cutting or amending lines, and so on. To help you wade through the countless options, and in…

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I absolutely loved this version of The Tempest. This play works so well with a woman in the role of Prospero. I think it actually works better in many ways, truth be told. As a father-daughter relationship, it’s slightly creepy, but when it’s mother-daughter instead, I don’t get that vibe. Maybe that’s just me. Also, I’ve got to say that…

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Currently watching The Tempest with Helen Mirren as Prospera and Ben Whishaw (who I adore) as Ariel. Because what better way to enjoy the anticipation of a giant snowstorm?

Iago

kelseyridge13: Well, yes… Basically I could not help but reblog this. It is indeed Iago 100%.