One Hamlet Less movie poster

One Hamlet Less

November 21, 1973 1h 10m 7.3/10 (14 votes)

Originally released in 1973. One Hamlet Less is a drama film. directed by Carmelo Bene. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Carmelo Bene, Luciana Cante, and Sergio Di Giulio

Synopsis

The Prince of Denmark, Hamlet, is little interested in family affairs and the fate of the kingdom, and not at all attracted by a doll-like Ophelia sucking his finger. Annoyed by his friend Horatio, who tells him of the apparition of his father's spectre that would like to drive him to revenge, and by Polonius, Ophelia's father, who psychoanalyses him by explaining the Oedipus complex, he imagines escaping to Paris with Kate, the leading actress of the company performing in Elsinore, to become a playwright.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 21, 1973 52 years ago
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Runtime 1h 10m 70 minutes total
User Rating 7.3/10 Great (14 votes)
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Language Italian Original language
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Country Italy Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IT

Production Companies

  • Donatello Cinematografica
  • Ministero del Turismo e dello Spettacolo

Frequently Asked Questions

What is One Hamlet Less about?

The Prince of Denmark, Hamlet, is little interested in family affairs and the fate of the kingdom, and not at all attracted by a doll-like Ophelia sucking his finger. Annoyed by his friend Horatio...

Who directed One Hamlet Less?

One Hamlet Less was directed by Carmelo Bene.

How long is One Hamlet Less?

One Hamlet Less has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).

When was One Hamlet Less released?

One Hamlet Less was released on November 21, 1973 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in One Hamlet Less?

The main cast of One Hamlet Less includes Carmelo Bene, Luciana Cante, Sergio Di Giulio, Franco Leo, Lydia Mancinelli.