Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead (1990)

[amyrose2712]

Director Tom Stoppard turns William Shakespeare's tragedy "Hamlet" topsy-turvy in this witty, existential puzzle box, presenting the play from the view of trivial characters Rosencrantz (Gary Oldman) and Guildenstern (Tim Roth). Beckoned to find the cause of the Danish prince's malaise, the duo strolls into the midst of the royal intrigue. But with no memory of Hamlet (or anything else), they're mystified by their mission.
Cast: Tim Roth, Gary Oldman
Director: Tom Stoppard
Genre: Comedy
Format: DVD and streaming
Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.


http://www.netflix.com/Movie/Rosencrantz-and-Guildenstern-Are-Dead/60034967


I started watching it last night and have not yet finished it. I can't believe I have never seen this. It's talky, and may seem like a genre that's been over done but it was made in 1990, so you have to put it in that context. So far I am really liking it. Of course I love Tim Roth and Gary Oldman, so I'm biased. Plus I love these existential and philosophical type films.

[struggle4progress]

1. Have you learned yet how to carry on a conversation entirely through questions?

[amyrose2712]

2. No. But I love how they do that. Is there a way to learn such a skill

[amyrose2712]

3. I just wiki'ed it! Interesting game.