I Hate Hamlet

Synopsis: A 20 minute reviewer’s reel for Paul Rudnick’s play I Hate Hamlet. Set in Manhattan, the action takes place in an apartment, once inhabited by John Barrymore. Andrew, a television star who has been coaxed by his agent into performing Hamlet in New York City’s annual Summer "Shakespeare in the Park Festival." has many misgivings about such an demanding acting assignment, as does Gary, his television producer. The latter wants Andrew’s speedy return to the much easier and more lucrative world of television. The ghost of Barrymore, however (visible only to Andrew ), still haunts these premises, and actively cajoles and finally pressures him into accepting drama’s most challenging role.
Language: English
Country: United States
Medium: Video
Technical information: Colour / Sound
Subjects: Drama
Keywords: Shakespeare, William (1564-1616); New York Shakespeare Festival

Director

Michael Egler

Writer

Paul Rudnick

Music

Kim Sherman

Production Design

Tony Straiges

Costume

Jane Greenwood

Cast