Twelfth Night

Name: Twelfth Night
Director: Trevor Nunn
Genre: Drama, Comedy, Romance
Released: 1996-01-01
Duration: 134 min
Rating: 6.9
Cast: Helena Bonham Carter, Richard E. Grant, Nigel Hawthorne, Ben Kingsley, Mel Smith

1996Dir. Trevor Nunn2h 14m

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Runtime2h 14m

Released1996

Budget$5M

Box office$33M

DirectorTrevor Nunn

About This Movie

Trevor Nunn's 1996 adaptation of Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night' really captures that whimsical yet poignant tone of the original play. The gender confusion and mistaken identities create this lively atmosphere, kind of playful but layered with emotional depth. The pacing is brisk, moving through the comedic moments with a light touch, but there's also room for those bittersweet notes that Shakespeare is known for. The performances, especially from Helena Bonham Carter and Nigel Hawthorne, breathe life into their characters—it's like they embody the essence of their roles. The practical effects and simple yet effective staging really draw you into that world, making it distinctive in how it feels both vibrant and grounded. Quite the treat for fans of Shakespeare adaptations, really.

Captures the essence of the play.Strong performances by the leads.Great balance of humor and emotion.