The inspiration of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, with a twist.

Rating: 10/10 (22 January 1999)

"Shakespeare in Love" demonstrates the ability to mix good humor with romance and sincere drama. So many movies seem to lack chemistry between the main characters, but this is should not be included. I warn you, many jokes refer to other Shakespeare work so you may not quite understand why half the audience is laughing when you didn't think the line was very funny.
The movie could be considered one of my favorites. The acting was superb, and the plot ever so carefully laid out. It gives a personal life behind Shakespeare, but also puts his work into perspective. If it had been based on a true story, it would have been incredible. The writer's imagination and knowledge of Shakespeare makes the movie even more enlightening.
4.5 stars out of 5