Shakespeare again-"The Merchant of Venice"

Jessika 2022-01-10 08:01:09

In 2004, Al Pacino took his "The Merchant of Venice" to the Venice Film Festival. But if it weren't for him and Jeremy Irons, maybe the film wouldn't be so attractive.

The film was released by a teacher of foreign literature as a guide. If I didn't know Al Pacino was there, I might not have the patience to watch it. It's a pity that Al Pacino could not save this movie. Shakespeare’s script was written off-stage, and he thought that it would be distracted to be adapted into a movie, and to a large extent it would slow down the pace of the movie. This movie is a good example. I don’t know if I did it deliberately. The actors’ dialogues all have a strong accent, which is a British accent. The costumes and scenes are unquestionable, after all, they are still a work of heart.

When it comes to acting, Al Pacino is outstanding. As my teacher said, after watching this film, Sherlock will feel different, and it will be pity for him. Perhaps it is the credit of Pacino's creation, or perhaps it is the director's intentional act. Those who haven't read the original author dare not make more guesses.

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Extended Reading

The Merchant of Venice quotes

  • [repeated line]

    Shylock: Three thousand ducats.

  • Shylock: Signior Antonio, many a time, and oft in the Rialto, you have reviled me about my moneys and my usances. Still, I have borne it with a patient shrug, for sufferance is the badge of all our tribe. You call me misbeliever, cut-throat dog, and spit upon my Jewish gaberdine. And all for use of that which is my own. Well, it now appears you need my help.