this was a fantastic film

Rating: 10/10 (3 January 1999)

I have nothing but praise for this film. I felt that this was a fresh twist of the Romeo and Juliet story with more to it than just Shakespeare's famous play. Paltrow's performance was magnificent as the object of desire for young Will Shakespeare. Joseph Fiennes plays Shakespeare with an intensity that I applaud. It was refreshing to see Rupert Everett and Ben Affleck in the film as well, playing their smaller roles with perfection. And of course, Dame Judith Dench plays the Queen amazingly. The acting was masterful and the plot was interesting. I suggest this to anyone who likes a good love story.