Superb, but...!

Rating: 10/10 (14 January 1999)

Shakespeare in Love was a superb film, despite the fact that it was a work of fiction. Gwyneth Paltrow turning in an absolutely exquisite performance. Colin Firth also turned in an outstanding performance. Joseph Fiennes looked a bit odd in the role as Shakespeare - his looks are reptilian. I think he would do better to wait a few years and play the lead in Othello.
Finally, one would wonder whether there was a subtle message in the film about the acceptability of homosexuality, given the scenes of men kissing men in the movie.