Romeo and Juliet with Joseph Fiennes | Preview
Season 2
Episode 6
About the Episode
Joseph Fiennes has a unique perspective on Romeo and Juliet. He played Shakespeare – both writing and performing as Romeo – in the film Shakespeare in Love. Now he wants to examine why it remains the most-performed of all Shakespeare plays. Adaptations by London's Royal Ballet and Stephen Sondheim (West Side Story) are examined as are films by Franco Zeffirelli and Baz Luhrman.
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Extras
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Education | May I with Right and Conscience Make this Claim?
The ironic aspects of the justification for Henry V's campaign in France are explored.2:26 -
Education | Have We Learned Anything?
This segment reflects on the transience of Henry V’s military accomplishments.2:08 -
Education | The Battle of Agincourt
On the eve of the Battle of Agincourt, Henry V inspires his soldiers.6:34 -
Education | Grief-Stricken Hamlet
An overview of Hamlet and a discussion of the theme of loss within the play.5:17 -
Education | Many Different Hamlets
Actors David Tennant and Jude Law discuss approaching the soliloquy from Act III, Scene i.2:30 -
Education | I’ll Drown My Book
An overview of how Ariel’s compassion alters Prospero’s outlook.3:48 -
Education | The Resurrection of Sebastian
An analysis of Shakespeare’s “resurrection” of Sebastian.1:27 -
Education | Shakespeare's Daughter and The Tempest
A look at how Shakespeare’s relationship with his daughter may have affected The Tempest.1:33 -
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Morgan Freeman reunites with Co-Star Tracey Ullman
Morgan Freeman reunites with his own Kate, Tracey Ullman to talk about their performance.4:34
