In this first-ever full-text film of William Shakespeare's work, the Prince of Denmark, Hamlet, returns home to find his father murdered and his mother remarrying the murderer. Meanwhile, war is brewing.

Provides a critical overview and succinct explication of Shakespeare's romances.

Provides a critical overview and succinct explication of Shakespeare's comedies.

Provides a critical overview and succinct explication of Shakespeare's history plays.

Provides a critical overview and succinct explication of Shakespeare's sonnets and poems.

"In 1597, Shakespeare debuted his newest play, a tragedy about a young Italian couple whose families were sworn enemies. Romeo and Juliet quickly became one of the most famous couples in literary history, and this play became one of Shakespeare's most performed shows. But did you know that much of Romeo and Juliet's story was adapted from tales by other writers? Learn all about how William Shakespeare's dynamic and romantic teenage duo sprouted from...