Hamlet
Originally released in 1921. Hamlet is a drama film. directed by Svend Gade.
Starring Asta Nielsen, Heinz Stieda, and Eduard von Winterstein
Synopsis
A free adaptation of Shakespeare′s drama. The Danish queen masquerades her daughter as a boy, and thus, the girl lives her life as 'Prince' Hamlet. Her father poisoned by a venomous snake placed by the treacherous Claudius, Hamlet fakes madness to investigate without suspicion.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 27, 1921
105 years ago
Runtime
1h 52m
112 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (18 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Directors
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Art-Film GmbH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamlet about?
A free adaptation of Shakespeare′s drama. The Danish queen masquerades her daughter as a boy, and thus, the girl lives her life as 'Prince' Hamlet. Her father poisoned by a venomous snake placed ...
Who directed Hamlet?
Hamlet was directed by Svend Gade.
How long is Hamlet?
Hamlet has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
When was Hamlet released?
Hamlet was released on January 27, 1921 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hamlet?
The main cast of Hamlet includes Asta Nielsen, Heinz Stieda, Eduard von Winterstein, Paul Conradi, Mathilde Brandt.