Hamlet at Elsinore

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Released April 15, 1964

Overview

The ghost of the King of Denmark tells his son Hamlet to avenge his murder by killing the new king, Hamlet's uncle. Hamlet feigns madness, contemplates life and death, and seeks revenge. His uncle, fearing for his life, also devises plots to kill Hamlet. An historic BBC production taped on location in and around Kronborg castle in Elsinore (Denmark), in which the play is set.

Runtime

2h 50m


Origin Country

United Kingdom


Original Language

English


Original Title

Hamlet at Elsinore


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • United Kingdom
  • Denmark

Spoken Languages

  • English

Production Companies

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    DR

    United Kingdom

  • logo for BBC

    BBC

    United Kingdom

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