Fabulous Date Movie!

Rating: 10/10 (3 January 1999)

At last, a movie that combines intelligence, wit, and romance in a historical setting. Gwyneth Paltrow is radiant and makes it completely believable that her character would change Shakespeare's life. Joseph Fiennes plays Will Shakespeare as an occasionally brilliant, but tapped-out, writer that has "lost his muse" until he meet the lovely Viola De Lesseps (Paltrow).
Though set in the 1500s the English is modern, snappy, and easy to follow. Knowledge of Shakespeare's works is NOT required at all (but would add to the humor). Although often billed as a comedy, this movie is more of a love story with comedic elements. But don't let the "Shakespeare" or "Love story" monikers scare you away from this excellent film. Go see it! And bring a date!