Shakespeare in Love

3.8

(7.9K)

Romance

History

Comedy

1998

123 min

Young Shakespeare is forced to stage his latest comedy, "Romeo and Ethel, the Pirate's Daughter," before it's even written. When a lovely noblewoman auditions for a role, they fall into forbidden love -- and his play finds a new life (and title). As their relationship progresses, Shakespeare's comedy soon transforms into tragedy.

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Romance

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Romantic Comedy

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"I adore Shakespeare but I've never been able to get into this. I've tried many times to watch it. "

TheGingerGirl455

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2 rewatch still transported. And I dare anyone not to fall into a blathering puddle at the depths of Joseph Fiennes soulful eyes *sigh*"

Sher Free✌️

"One of my fav! "

Cam Nguyen

"3.5 stars well written, well acted."

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Linda Kelly

"If you missed this, it's a gem. Will Shakespeare with writers block, Gweneth Paltrow wants to be an actor and a bit with a dog."

Martin

"Though I think this movie should not have beaten Saving Private Ryan for the Oscar, it is spectacular. Funny and gorgeous with amazing performances. It will make you love Shakespeare!"

Anita Skop

"The romance is heartbreaking…so good!"

Heather

"Gwenith Paltrow has no business in show business"

Carissa Lovas

"This garbage won over Saving Private Ryan? Really??"

Anne G

"An epic! It took us two days to finish it. The poetic meaning behind them, the play itself, and the drama. I studied some Shakespeare and this was one of the best 90’s films. Dated yes but characters pull you in. "