National Theatre Live: Hamlet
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Overview
As a country arms itself for war, a family tears itself apart. Forced to avenge his father's death but paralyzed by the task ahead, Hamlet rages against the impossibility of his predicament, threatening both his sanity and the security of the state.
Genres
- Drama
General Information
Release Date: 2015-10-15
Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
Runtime: 217 min
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