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A Shrew Tamed: Shakespeare and the Necessity of Loose Adaptations

A Shrew Tamed: Shakespeare and the Necessity of Loose Adaptations

The dilemma of adaptation is whether it is necessary to adapt fully or loosely and whether the intent is to honor or update the material.

Analysis, ReviewsLeon SorrentoOctober 30, 2024Shakespeare, 10 Things I Hate About You, Kiss Me Kate, The Taming of the ShrewComment

Shakespeare by Southwest or, The Ghostlight & Grand Theft Hamlet Reviews

Shakespeare by Southwest or, The Ghostlight & Grand Theft Hamlet Reviews

2024 SXSW premieres Ghostlight and Grand Theft Hamlet each take on the power of performing Shakespeare.

Film Fests, ReviewsJustin NorrisMarch 18, 2024Shakespeare, SXSW, Kelly O'Sullivan, Alex Thompson, Ghostlight, Sam Crane, Pinny Grylls, Grand Theft Hamlet, Grand Theft Auto, COVID-19Comment