Hamlet (1948)

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Synopsis

Multi award-winning film of the classic Shakespearean ‘play within a play’. Laurence Olivier won an Oscar® and Golden Globe for his performance as the Danish prince, while Jean Simmons (Great Expectations; Guys & Dolls) was Oscar®- nominated for her role as Ophelia. The film also won both an Oscar® and a BAFTA for Best Film, and Olivier was Oscar®-nominated for Best Direction.

Movie info:

Release:

1948

Running Time:

155 min

Certificate:

Suitable for all

Availability:

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Genre:

• Drama

Cast:

• Laurence Olivier as Hamlet
• John Laurie as Francisco
• Jean Simmons as Ophelia

Director:

• Laurence Olivier

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