I love Kenneth Branagh's Shakespeare adaptations. His Hamlet is absolutely genius. While watching HBO tonight it had a commercial for his new film As You Like It, being broadcast on HBO August 21st. It is sad that he couldn't get theater distribution in the US, but I'll take it anywhere. Set during 18th-century Japan, this adaptation looks beautiful. Set your DVRs and enjoy!
Ingmar Bergman influenced my life in so many different ways, primarily through his films, that I am a little shocked on hearing of his death. I would even call him a personal hero, of a sort. He always seemed like a immortal artist that would go on forever, pushing the boundaries of film and stage. One of the great artists of the 20th century is gone. But he will live on forever in his films.
My first exposure to Bergman was The Seventh Seal during my high school days. It opened my eyes to the power of film, and that it can reach heights of tremendous power and artistry equivalent to literature and poetry. And I was watching Wild Strawberries just last week.
May he have a peaceful rest.
Here are some clips and interviews:
For Ingmar Bergman fans, like myself, this is hilarious.
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