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Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Audience Rating: R (Restricted)
Binding: DVD
EAN: 9780767881630
Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC
ISBN: 076788163X
Label: Sony Pictures
Manufacturer: Sony Pictures
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Sony Pictures
Region Code: 99
Release Date: May 07, 2002
Running Time: 140 minutes
Sales Rank: 11383
Studio: Sony Pictures
Theatrical Release Date: October 13, 1971
Editorial Review:
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Roman Polanski's adaptation of the Shakespearean tragedy remains one of the most infamous for a number of reasons: the copious amounts of bloody gore, its expert use of location settings (filmed in North Wales), and Lady Macbeth's nude sleepwalking scene. Despite its notoriety, though, this does remain one of the more compelling film adaptations of the Scottish tragedy, if one of the more pessimistic takes on the story of Macbeth and his overreaching ambition. If you think the play is normally a bit of a downer, you haven't seen Polanski's bleak version of it, made in reaction to the murder of his wife, Sharon Tate, by the Manson 'family.' Jon Finch (Hitchcock's Frenzy) is an forceful Macbeth, bringing out the Scot's warrior instincts, and Francesca Annis is a memorable Lady Macbeth, but the main thrust of the film belongs to Polanski's and noted British playwright and critic Kenneth Tynan's take on the play: extremely violent, nihilistic, and visceral; this is down-in-the-dirt, no-holds-barred Shakespeare, not fussy costume drama. Pay close attention to the end, a silent coda that puts a chilling twist on all the action that has come beforehand and foreshadows more tragedy to come. --Mark Englehart
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Roman Polanski's MacBeth
I love MacBeth, and I particularly love Polanski's MacBeth. It is difficult to find at video rental outlets, however, so I want it for myself and for students. My high school students in the past enjoyed this version of MacBeth and occasionally squealed with excitement. One warning: If you show this to young people in school, you may have to skip over the nudity in a couple of places. It is not pornographic at all, but some parents could disapprove. Polanski takes advantage of what film can do, ... Read More
Rating: - Fine adaptation and easy to follow.
Roman Polanski's screen adaptation of the Shakespeare classic was well received by some and loathed by others. On a personal level I thought the film was not only extremely well done but beautifully shot. Filmed on location in North Wales in England, Polanski not only researched his subject well but spared no cost in the production of the film. The actors costumes and the sets were lavish for its time and it provided a rich and colorful tone for the viewer. The tragedy of MACBETH, one of the Bard's ... Read More
Rating: - Some "adult" content, but an excellent classroom tool!
As a high school English teacher, I have shown many different versions of Shakespeare's outstanding play to my classes. Of all the versions I've used, this one seems to capture my kids' interest the most. I love the fact that all of the dialogue is almost word-for-word from the play, and the acting is first-rate by everyone in the film. (I do wish someone could tell me, though, why all the "Scottish" characters speak with a British accent? :))
While the other reviews point out some ... Read More
Rating:  - Horrible disappointment!
I purchased this with the intention of showing it to my senior English class,but when I previewed it, I decided that I would NEVER put my students through the torture of watching this ridiculous version of Shakespeare's Macbeth. From the beginning it was boring, but I thought I would give it a chance. About the time I got to the part where Macbeth goes a second time to see the witches and they were old, saggy and naked - I was done! What a waste of money!
Rating: - Loved it...
As an English teacher, this a great version to complement the reading of the play. However, you must exercise caution as there is lots of blood and gore with this version. There is also a nude scene that is generally unappropriate for school viewing (I cover the lens of my projector so that the students just hear the dialogue of Lady Macbeth). If you are able to handle the extra, this a great addition.
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