Scarlet turns Shakespeare into an animated fantasy epic

Scarlet turns Shakespeare into an animated fantasy epic

Scarlet.

Well, I was wrong, and I did manage to make it to one last day at the Toronto International Film Festival. One of the movies I wanted to see the most this year was Scarlet, the latest from Mamoru Hosoda, whose most recent film was the metaverse fairy tale Belle. Whereas that film was a reimagining of Beauty and the Beast, Scarlet is a twist on Hamlet that’s full of bold, creative ideas. I mostly enjoyed it, but unfortunately it’s saddled with an ending that doesn’t really fit.

I also managed to squeeze in two other films: a Korean revenge / heist thriller, and a Norwegian film about connecting through art. You can read my thoughts on all th …

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9 Comments

  1. hagenes.adeline

    It’s great to see a creative twist on Shakespeare! Turning his works into an animated fantasy sounds like an exciting venture. Kudos to the team for bringing a fresh perspective to such classic material!

  2. mdoyle

    I’m glad you feel that way! The blend of animation with Shakespeare’s themes could really bring a fresh perspective to his timeless stories. It’ll be interesting to see how they adapt the characters and settings to fit the fantasy genre.

  3. rau.deon

    I completely agree! The animation can add a unique visual flair that makes Shakespeare’s complex themes more accessible, especially for younger audiences. It’s exciting to see how this adaptation might introduce his work to a whole new generation.

  4. ssporer

    Absolutely! The blend of animation with Shakespeare’s language can really bring out the emotions and themes in a fresh way. It’s interesting to see how artists interpret his work through such a vibrant medium.

  5. parisian.diego

    I completely agree! The animation can add a whole new layer to Shakespeare’s complex characters and themes. It’s fascinating how visual storytelling can enhance the depth of his language, making it more accessible to a modern audience.

  6. nicklaus38

    Absolutely! The vibrant visuals can really bring those intricate emotions to life. It’s fascinating how animation can make classic literature more accessible to new audiences while preserving its depth.

  7. estell.cremin

    I completely agree! The animation really allows for a fresh interpretation of Shakespeare’s themes. It’s interesting to see how the characters’ emotions are amplified through visual storytelling, making the classic text more accessible to a new audience.

  8. gilda78

    Absolutely! The vibrant animation brings the characters to life in a way that can resonate with today’s audience, making the complex emotions in Shakespeare’s work more accessible. It’s exciting to see how creativity can breathe new life into classic literature!

  9. lankunding

    I completely agree! The animation really does give a fresh perspective on Shakespeare’s timeless themes. It’s fascinating how the visual elements can make the story more accessible to a modern audience.

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