Productions

Question 1

Andrew Scott 2018 production: Hamlet

Answer 1

• Scott’s delivery is often conversational and naturalistic, making Hamlet feel more relatable as a young man grappling with profound loss, betrayal, and the meaning of life
• His performance was seen as intensely personal, resonating with audiences on an emotional level, and making Hamlet more human and less of a traditional tragic hero.

Question 2

Kate Winslet 1996 Production: Ophelia

Answer 2

• Her performance made Ophelia more than just a tragic figure
• Winslet’s emotional portrayal ensures that Ophelia’s tragedy resonates as one of the most compelling elements of the film
• In her mad scenes, Ophelia becomes disheveled and childlike, reflecting her mental and emotional deterioration

Question 3

David Tennant 2009 Production: Hamlet

Answer 3

• Tennant’s Hamlet is sharp, highly intelligent, and filled with quick wit. His use of humor, sarcasm, and verbal dexterity makes Hamlet a character who can disarm others with words
• His delivery of lines often emphasizes the irony and absurdity of the situations he finds himself in, allowing the audience to see both the tragic and comedic aspects of the play

Question 4

2009 Production: Laertes

Answer 4

• Bennett’s Laertes serves as a foil to Hamlet. While Hamlet is paralyzed by indecision and philosophical contemplation, Laertes is driven by action and raw emotion
• His impulsive nature makes him an easy target for manipulation by Claudius, but his loyalty to his family and desire for justice make him a sympathetic character