Much Ado About Nothing

Year

2012

Duration

104 minutes

Genres

Comedy, Drama, Period and Historical, Romance

Language

English

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A labour of love for director Joss Whedon, this critically lauded, modern dress adaptation of Shakespeare's play features a starry cast, all linked to Whedon's past work. Alexis Denisof is Benedick, cynical about love and marriage, sparring with Beatrice, a witty singleton who disdains romance. But then they fall victim to a plot to bring them together. Shot in 12 days at the director's own house, this is a fast-moving delight that's a must for students of Shakespeare and lovers of smart romantic comedies.

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Joss Whedon

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Contains moderate sex and implied drug use.

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Much Ado About Nothing: Film Guide

A film guide that looks at Much Ado About Nothing (2012), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

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Actor Alexis Denisof who plays Benedict in director Joss Whedon's modern-dr

Reel to Real: Much Ado About Nothing

This resources uses the adaptation of the play to analyse the text.

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Romeo + Juliet: Film Guide

A film guide that looks at Romeo + Juliet (1996), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

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Shakespeare Rom-Com

A resource for secondary students to explore early silent films and contemporary adaptations inspired by Shakespeare rom-coms.

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Resources To Use With This Film

Much Ado About Nothing: Film Guide

Reel to Real: Much Ado About Nothing

Romeo + Juliet: Film Guide

Shakespeare Rom-Com

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10 Things I Hate About You(1999)

Romeo + Juliet(1996)

Shakespeare In Love(1998)

Clueless(1995)

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