I think I may like this one best out of the Romeo and Juliet movies I've seen (I've seen 2 others). I didn't like the modernization of DiCaprio's movie and didn't care much for the acting in the other one I saw, but this one seems promising.
At this point, they should stop making movies of Romeo and Juliet and stop making TV shows with Romeo and Juliet-ish characters. Instead make a TV show set in the world of Romeo and Juliet, but have them be the minor characters in a world of high political intrigue. That's the only way to make this story fresh again - tell it as something far bigger than two children who commit suicide. They have become the least interesting thing about the story.
There is so much interesting going on in the world Shakespeare created, such richness to be explored, it feels like a shame to keep focusing over and over again on the star-crossed love thing.
In my opinion, Hailee is a wrong choice in terms of appearance because she looks so childish. Alicia Vikander, Lily Collins, Emily Browning or Emilia Clarke would definitely be better choices.
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I know most will disagree but for once i will they would make a romeo and juliet movie with a surprising ending where they actually live.
ReplyDeleteI think I may like this one best out of the Romeo and Juliet movies I've seen (I've seen 2 others). I didn't like the modernization of DiCaprio's movie and didn't care much for the acting in the other one I saw, but this one seems promising.
ReplyDeleteAt this point, they should stop making movies of Romeo and Juliet and stop making TV shows with Romeo and Juliet-ish characters. Instead make a TV show set in the world of Romeo and Juliet, but have them be the minor characters in a world of high political intrigue. That's the only way to make this story fresh again - tell it as something far bigger than two children who commit suicide. They have become the least interesting thing about the story.
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't mind that idea.
ReplyDeletehere is a twist for a R&J movie making them both Mad in love and they kill everyone who can`t accept the fact they love each other D:
ReplyDeleteThere is so much interesting going on in the world Shakespeare created, such richness to be explored, it feels like a shame to keep focusing over and over again on the star-crossed love thing.
ReplyDeleteShakespeare DID write two versions, but the tragedy is all that survives.
ReplyDeleteDirected by Tarantino? :P
ReplyDeleteYeah, this. It's based on Shakespeare's story, you're allowed to make some changes studios! -_-
ReplyDeletewill they live this time????
ReplyDeletebut for me this was the best adaptation of R&J :
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Romeo_x_Juliet
Looks like there is serious problem with Douglas Booth. Almost every woman paired with him in movie looks unattractive.
ReplyDeleteRomero,oh Romero,where for art thou?
ReplyDeleteDouglas Booth is one good looking guy!
In my opinion, Hailee is a wrong choice in terms of appearance because she looks so childish. Alicia Vikander, Lily Collins, Emily Browning or Emilia Clarke would definitely be better choices.
ReplyDeleteThe obvious choice....
ReplyDeleteAw! Look at Ed using his actual accent!
ReplyDeleteWell to be fair, they were both actually very young in the story...
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