Hamlet (upcoming film)
| Hamlet | |
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| Directed by | Aneil Karia |
| Screenplay by | Michael Lesslie |
| Based on | Hamlet by William Shakespeare |
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| Cinematography | Stuart Bentley |
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| Distributed by | Focus Features Universal Pictures (International) |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Hamlet is an upcoming American drama film based on William Shakespeare's Hamlet. It is a modern adaptation that updates the setting to present-day London. The film was directed by Aneil Karia and written by Michael Lesslie, and stars Riz Ahmed, Morfydd Clark and Joe Alwyn.
Cast
[edit]- Riz Ahmed as Prince Hamlet
- Morfydd Clark as Ophelia
- Joe Alwyn as Laertes
- Timothy Spall as Polonius
- Art Malik as King Claudius
Production
[edit]In October 2017, it was announced that a film adaptation of Hamlet was in the works from a screenplay by Mike Lesslie with Riz Ahmed starring. Netflix was in negotiations to finance and distribute.[2] The film would languish in development hell until May 2022, when it was reported that Aneil Karia would direct the film; Ahmed was still set to star as well as produce. Morfydd Clark was cast as Ophelia and Joe Alwyn as her brother Laertes.[3]
Principal photography took place in London, England from November 8 to December 21, 2023.[4][5] In January 2024, Focus Features acquired international distribution rights to the film.[6][7]
References
[edit]- ^ Welk, Brian (March 19, 2024). "Neon Gets More Financial Firepower with Help from Cuckoo Producers". IndieWire. Retrieved March 19, 2024.
- ^ Busch, Anita (October 16, 2017). "Emmy Winner Riz Ahmed In Negotiations With Netflix On Hamlet". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 14, 2023.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (May 11, 2022). "Oscar Winners Riz Ahmed & Aneil Karia Team For Modern Hamlet With Morfydd Clark, Joe Alwyn & WME Independent; Duo Give Exclusive Interview About Their Timely Adaptation — Cannes Market Hot Package". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 10, 2023.
- ^ Daniels, Nia (November 8, 2023). "Riz Ahmed's modern-day Hamlet adaptation begins filming in London". KFTV.com. Retrieved November 10, 2023.
- ^ Geisinger, Gabriella (December 22, 2023). "Riz Ahmed's Hamlet wraps production in London". KFTV.com. Retrieved December 22, 2023.
- ^ US Copyright Office Document No. V15021D325 / 2024-01-11
- ^ Keslassy, Elsa (May 18, 2024). "'Hamlet' Starring Riz Ahmed Bought by Focus Features for International Rights". Variety. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
