Hamlet Act
Synopsis
Experimental filmmaker Robert Nelson brings his characteristic wit to this restaging of the famous “play rehearsal” scene from Hamlet, breaking down the barriers between film, theatre, performance, and creation. “Hamlet Act demonstrates what can be done when a film text is made to oppose a theatrical text, creating a new synthesis. . . Hamlet, caught in the web of psychological forces, is seen through his position between film/video/theatre, as a metaphor for contemporary technology.
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February 16, 1982
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Nelson
- Original Title
- Hamlet Act
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 21m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Nelson
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Robert Nelson
Director
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What is Hamlet Act about?
Experimental filmmaker Robert Nelson brings his characteristic wit to this restaging of the famous “play rehearsal” scene from Hamlet, breaking down the barriers between film, theatre, performance, and creation. “Hamlet Act demonstrates what can be done when a film text is made to oppose a theatrical text, creating a new synthesis. . . Hamlet, caught in the web of psychological forces, is seen through his position between film/video/theatre, as a metaphor for contemporary technology.
Who directed Hamlet Act?
Hamlet Act was directed by Robert Nelson.
Who stars in Hamlet Act?
The principal cast of Hamlet Act includes Dick Blau, Dave Fisher, Bob Whitney, Dick Blau.
When was Hamlet Act released and how long is it?
Hamlet Act was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 21m.