Not what you expect to see after reading the play.

Rating: 10/10 (15 May 2002)

After reading the play by Shakespeare, seeing the 1968 version with Olivia Hussey, I was apprehensive and excited at the same time. From the moment the movie started you knew it wasn't your typical tale of the two star-crossed lovers. This was action packed and romantic. It showed that Romeo + Juliet were stupid teenager who thought they only had one way out. I felt there was a more human and realistic quality to the acting as well as the setting. It helped teenagers of today relate to the story and learn from it. Claire Danes and Leonardo DiCaprio are two of my favorite actors. They were even before I saw this film. I have seen it many times since its 1996 release. It is still one of my favorite versions of Romeo + Juliet. I really recommend it ; not just for the acting, but as a thrilling visual as well. The use of color and lighting was amazing too. Props to the director . Good job.