... Shakespearean verse (regardless of the quality of the speaking of that verse) and the modern context, which make this version worthy of analysis. With obvious influence from the stylistically modern Richard III (1996) and the audacious Romeo + Juliet (1996), Almereyda creates both a media saturated world and media-obsessed prince. The influence of the media and of technology provide a modernised context to certain ... ...

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• Approx Pages: 9
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate