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Hamlet, Part 4: Comparing and Contrasting Interpretations

Question 1 • GCSS Horizons Literature and Composition IV

Take a look at this image from Jonathan Price’s adaptation of Hamlet.Take a look at this image from Sir Lawrence Olivier’s adaptation of Hamlet.

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Both actors appear to be calm and logical, emphasizing the idea that Hamlet has not fallen into madness.
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Both actors appear to be angry and tormented, emphasizing the idea that Hamlet has fallen into madness.
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The actors are not wearing similar clothes, indicating that it is necessary to change wardrobes for each separate production.
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The actors are not expressing the same emotions, indicating that it is difficult for actors to agree about how to interpret Hamlet.
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