When I was first approached to review THE TEMPEST, I honestly had no recollection of hearing about it previously {seriously}. Yet the list of all-star actors caught my immediate attention {Helen Mirren, Russell Brand, Alfred Molina, Djimon Hounsou, Alan Cumming, Chris Cooper, David Straitharn}. With such a great range of talents such as this, it made me look into this movie more, and that’s when I knew it would be one of those hits that is on must-see lists. Take a peek:
TEH TEMPEST Synopsis:
This modern retelling of William Shakespeare’s final masterpiece is an exciting,
mystical and magical fantasy with Academy Award®-winner Helen Mirren
(Best Actress, The Queen, 2006) leading a star-studded cast including Russell
Brand (Get Him To The Greek) and Alfred Molina (The Sorcerer’s Apprentice).
Exiled to a magical island, the sorceress Prospera (Mirren) conjures up a storm
that shipwrecks her enemies, and then unleashes her powers for revenge.
Directed by Julie Taymor (Frida) — and complete with exclusive bonus features —
The Tempest, with its innovative twist, is a supernatural dramedy filled with
Shakespearean villains, lovers and fools that will leave you spellbound.
It’s been a while since I have watched a movie based on Shakespeare, since my days consist more of ‘family’ and ‘kids’ movies. If you like Shakespeare, I recommend seeing this movie, the storyline mixed with the fabulous talent kept my attention well {Helen Mirren is perfect for the role}. I like that there’s both action and dramatic pauses that runs par with the expectations of a theatrical production of a book or play. Attention is needed when watching though, as the dialect is Shakespeare after all! The scenery is so classic and beautiful, well depicted of a time that we can only imagine. And, the costumes were breathtaking, I can see why this movie was emmy nominated for best costumes design.
One reader is going to get THE TEMPEST of Blu-ray!
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The Tempest is one of my favorite Shakespeare plays ever.
misusedinnocence@aol.com
Watching Shakespeare with this kind of talent is hard to pass up. I’d love to see it.
I would like to win because I’m a Russell Brand fan. I would never have thought of him and shakespeare together
I would like to win the THE TEMPEST because I’m always looking for interesting movies to watch.
i am a HUGE fan of helen mirren, i dont think she has ever done a bad movie, and i think it would be cool to see a big movie version of a shakspeare story
staceyx at telus dot net
I have heard about this movie,and haven’t a chance to see it. This might be my opportunity.
I am a huge fan of Helen Mirren too. So far I like all the Shakespear play they have put in a movie; so really looking forward that one.
Thanks for the giveaway
I’d like to win because my husband and I never get a chance to see a grown up movie.
I have heard nothing but good about this movie, and would love it to watch on our family movie night! It’s hard to find good movies anymore.
Oh, we love Shakespear movies! Great for reinforcing the book
My ten year old daughter loves Shakespeare, and would love this I am sure – it looks very well done. I would love to win it for her.
i’d love to win because i haven’t seen it but would love to!
annae07 at aol dot com
i love all these actors, and i had never heard of this movie so it would be exciting to see.
Helen Mirren is one of my faves!
Looks good!
I would like to win because , I like Shakespeare and I haven’ t seen this movie and I would love to watch it,
I haven’t seen this movie. We rarely get to the theater–this DVD would be a treat!
jtmagmom73(at)gmail(dot)com
I like Helen Mirren, great performance in most of her movies.
It looks really interesting and Helen Mirren is always great to watch!
I would like to win it as we haven’t seen it yet
haven’t seen much shakespear actually, love anything with witchcraft in it
would love to watch this, love helen mirren!!
I would love to win this because I have not seen this movie and would love to
i’d like to win b/c i love shakespeare
I have never heard of this movie but after watching the clip it looks very interesting and I would love to see more.
I’ll have to admit I never heard of it either but after reading your review I’d love to see it
I would love to win because this movie looks really good and i never had the chance to watch it
thanks
flower_child_23(at)hotmail(dot)com
I would like to see this because it looks like it was well done, and want to see the amazing costumes.
You know, I can’t recall seeing the trailers for this movie either, but it sounds absolutely fabulous! I’m a big fan of Helen (Calendar Girls is one of my favorite movies)! I just might have to rent it if I don’t win xD
Thank you for this great giveaway!
pick me! good review!!