June 13th, 2012 → 7:54 am @ Lea // No Comments

“Your tale, sir, would cure deafness.” – The Tempest

My husband is out of town right now, which is why I’ve been able to dominate the television with so much Shakespeare this week.  Don’t worry, it won’t last much longer…  In this, my latest installment of Shakespeare movie reviews, I comment on The Tempest as directed by Julie Taymor and wonderfully acted by Helen Mirren.  From what I understanding this movie only got mixed reviews, but personally I found it delightful!  I think Prospero as Prospera was a magnificent stroke, and all the cinematography, staging, costumes, etc. were an absolute joy to watch.  Forget Rotten Tomatoes, I give it an unhesitating thumbs up!