Romeo & Juliet
Tragic love tale between feuding family heirs.
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About Romeo & Juliet
Released: 2013
Platform: Hulu
Rating: PG-13
Run time: 2h 18m
Cast
Douglas Booth, Hailee Steinfeld, Ed Westwick, Christian Cooke, Paul Giamatti
About Romeo & Juliet
The 2013 adaptation of "Romeo & Juliet" is directed by Carlo Carlei. This version of Shakespeare's timeless romantic tragedy retains the original text while placing the story in its original setting of Verona, Italy. Even while presenting an old-world charm, the movie connects with contemporary audiences by putting emphasis on youthful passion, family dynamics, and relatable emotion. The story unfolds in Verona, where the young star-crossed lovers - Romeo and Juliet - find themselves caught amidst a bitter feud between their families, the Montagues and Capulets. The forbidden love they share leads to a series of dramatic circumstances, culminating in a devastating tragedy. Making / Production
The film was produced by Swarovski Entertainment and Echo Lake Entertainment. Shooting took place in beautiful locations such as Verona and Mantua in Northern Italy to ensure an authentic feel. Actors
The film features a poignant and emotive score composed by Abel Korzeniowski, known for his works on "A Single Man" and "Criminal Minds." The soundtrack brings to life the timeless romance and intense drama of the film.
The 2013 adaptation of "Romeo & Juliet" is directed by Carlo Carlei. This version of Shakespeare's timeless romantic tragedy retains the original text while placing the story in its original setting of Verona, Italy. Even while presenting an old-world charm, the movie connects with contemporary audiences by putting emphasis on youthful passion, family dynamics, and relatable emotion. The story unfolds in Verona, where the young star-crossed lovers - Romeo and Juliet - find themselves caught amidst a bitter feud between their families, the Montagues and Capulets. The forbidden love they share leads to a series of dramatic circumstances, culminating in a devastating tragedy. Making / Production
The film was produced by Swarovski Entertainment and Echo Lake Entertainment. Shooting took place in beautiful locations such as Verona and Mantua in Northern Italy to ensure an authentic feel. Actors
- Douglas Booth as Romeo: He skilfully portrays the character's noble intentions and impulsive nature.
- Hailee Steinfeld as Juliet: Steinfeld portrays the naive innocence and unwavering love of Juliet with expressive authenticity.
- Damian Lewis as Lord Capulet: Lewis does an impressive job as the stern Capulet patriarch, providing a dynamic representation of authority and parentage in Shakespearean times.
- Natascha McElhone as Lady Capulet: McElhone successfully portrays a complex character torn between her husband’s tyranny and her daughter's happiness.
- Hailee Steinfeld was just 15 during the shooting of this movie, the same age as her character, Juliet, is supposed to be in Shakespeare's original play.
- Prior to filming, none of the younger cast members, including Steinfeld and Booth, had been to Verona, the true setting of the iconic tale.
- “My bounty is as boundless as the sea, My love as deep; the more I give to thee, The more I have, for both are infinite.” - Juliet
- “But, soft! what light through yonder window breaks? It is the east, and Juliet is the sun.” - Romeo
The film features a poignant and emotive score composed by Abel Korzeniowski, known for his works on "A Single Man" and "Criminal Minds." The soundtrack brings to life the timeless romance and intense drama of the film.
- "Juliet's Theme" encapsulates the character’s innocence and the sense of impending tragedy.
- "Tempt Not a Desperate Man" captures Romeo's despair and range of emotions post his banishment.
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About Romeo & Juliet
Romeo & Juliet is a passionate retelling of Shakespeare's tragic love story, full of intense drama and inevitable heartbreak.
