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This week on BEHIND THE LENS it\u2019s all about \u201cTo See or Not To See\u201d, and after hearing today\u2019s exclusive interviews with BEN WHEATLEY discussing NORMAL and ANEIL KARIA talking all things HAMLET, I think you\u2019ll agree that the answer will easily be – Must See. \u00a0Both of these films are fresh and fantastic, from story to performances to production values.<\/p>\n
First up today is director ANEIL KARIA talking about HAMLET starring Riz Ahmed.<\/p>\n
It takes guts to handle Shakespeare and adapt and reimagine, but director Aneil Karia did an amazing job with HAMLET. \u00a0One of the most interesting aspects of the film comes courtesy of Michael Lesslie\u2019s screenplay. \u00a0Michael did a wonderful job adapting \u201cMacbeth\u201d for director Justin Kurzel, and once again delivers a Shakespearean adaptation that is relatable and attainable for today\u2019s audience with HAMLET.<\/p>\n
Shakespeare\u2019s most enduring tragedy is reimagined in a bold, modern adaptation set within London\u2019s elite South Asian community. When Hamlet returns home for his father\u2019s funeral, he is stunned to discover his uncle Claudius is poised to marry his newly widowed mother. Visited by his father\u2019s ghost, Hamlet learns of a brutal murder at Claudius\u2019s hands\u2014and spirals into a quest for vengeance that exposes the rot at the heart of the family\u2019s empire while threatening his own sanity.<\/p>\n
HAMLET boasts a standout cast that includes Riz Ahmed in the title role, along with Morfydd Clark, Joe Alwyn, Art Malik, Sheeba Chadha, and Timothy Spall.<\/p>\n
In this exclusive interview with Aneil, we highlight the visual and emotional impact of the film. The script, stripped down by Michael Lesslie maintains Hamlet’s POV throughout, enhancing immersion. Stuart Bentley’s cinematography reflects Hamlet’s mental state, from rigid formalism to turbulent handheld shots. The film’s contemporary setting, including a vibrant wedding scene at the Meridian Grand, contrasts with the sterile environments of the crematorium and the family home. The score by Maxwell Sterling blends classical and contemporary elements, adding to the film’s emotional depth. Working with editor Mikkel Eg Nelson, the editing process was challenging but successful in maintaining pace and depth.<\/p>\n
HAMLET is now in theatres.<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n
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