Based on 714 votes and 158 reviews.
this was the most tedious, confusing film i've seen in years. the plot jumps around in time, the main characters look far too similar and there is not one person to "root" for. it presumes to tell us that shakespeare could be only one of two men: the brilliant playwright we know him to be today, or a bumbling, illiterate actor full of avarice and blackmail. it was not impressed. save your money and your pateince. don't bother with this one.
Interesting movie
I highly recommend this movie.
The sets for London in the 16th century were breathtaking and the characters were well drawn.
Dark, intense, intriguing and really well acted. Who knew this about William Shakespeare? Makes one wonder, that's for sure.
I thought that this movie was very interesting!! I enjoyed it and I thought the acting was great!!
Definitely a worthwhile and interesting movie.
very entertaining
A surprisingly thoughtful entry from the director of such big-effect films like 2012 and The Day After Tomorrow.
amazing concept that made me want to read shakespeare again after all of these years.