I watched the version of Romeo and Juliet directed by Franco Zeffirelli. It was produced in 1968. It is about two houses, Montague and Capulet, who are always quarreling. But, unfortunately young Romeo and Juliet fall deeply in love. This causes terrible bloodshed for both families.
The film was very well produced and was suitably melodramatic. It is a very sad story but very gripping. It also included proper Shakespearean language. The actor that I thought was best was John McEnery who played Mercutio; Romeos cousin. I thought that he was very 'in character`, and played his part extremely well. Another aspect which really stood out for me was the amazing costumes. They were beautifully designed and were made with really amazing colours of cloth.
The film was very good and I really enjoyed it. I only thought that Romeo and Juliet went on a bit when they were kissing; you would think that they were done but then they would start again! I certainly thought they were very brave: I couldn't do kissing to that extent in a film! But I guess it was Shakespeare so it had to be very over the top.
Now that I have seen this version of Romeo and Juliet I would like to see other versions so that I could compare them. I may like to see a version that is not in traditional Shakespearean language and see if that affects the film.
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