Whedon collects a gaggle of his usual suspects, including Alexis Denisof, Amy Acker, Fran Kranz, Clark Gregg and many more, in a modern day black and white world that works quite well. Unlike most Shakespeare adaptations that are set in the modern day this film doesn't resort to flashiness or extravagant setpieces and instead is a quiet, sweet little piece that lets the words speak for itself. Like in most of Whedon's work, the actors do a seamless job at switching from dramatic to hilarious without missing a beat. Nathan Fillion and Tom Lenk play off each other wonderfully making for some of the biggest laughs.
4 Happily ever afters for Fred & Wesley out of 5
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This has always been my favorite Shakespeare play. There's just so much good banter. It really plays to the strengths of both Whedon and the cast.
4 lent out hearts out of 5
To be honest I was expecting a bit of disappointment mixed with fanboy love.
I was glad to find the fanboy love didn't need to come into play when rating this.
It's so much fun.
I loved seeing Denisof and Acker do some physical comedy so well.
...and am I the only one that can't stop watching Fran Kranz?
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