This subfield examines the ways Shakespeare's plays are adapted for film, and how the visual medium impacts the interpretation of the plays.
The life of William Shakespeare: An overview of the playwright's life and works, including key biographical information and major literary achievements.
Shakespearean theater: An introduction to the primary features of Elizabethan theater, including the design of theaters, the staging of plays, and the role of the audience.
Shakespearean language: An exploration of the unique linguistic features of Shakespeare's plays, including his use of iambic pentameter and blank verse, as well as his mastery of the English language.
Shakespearean themes: An examination of the major themes that are present throughout Shakespeare's works, including love, death, revenge, and tragedy.
Film adaptations of Shakespeare: A survey of the various film adaptations of Shakespeare's plays that have been produced over the years, ranging from traditional period pieces to modern interpretations.
Shakespearean actors: A look at the key actors who have played Shakespearean roles throughout history, including Laurence Olivier, Judy Dench, and Kenneth Branagh.
Shakespearean directors: An overview of the most influential directors who have brought Shakespeare's work to the screen, including Franco Zeffirelli, Baz Luhrmann, and Kenneth Branagh.
Shakespearean performance: An examination of the different approaches to performance in Shakespearean theater, including the use of mask work, improvisation, and physical theater.
Shakespearean adaptations: A look at the many adaptations of Shakespeare's plays that have been produced in different mediums, including opera, ballet, and musical theater.
Shakespearean influence: An exploration of the ways in which Shakespeare's work has influenced modern culture, including literature, music, and film.