This remarkable DVD brings together seven films based on Shakespeare plays, produced between 1899 and 1911 and digitally remastered “from the original 35mm nitrate materials” by the British Film Institute’s National Film and Television Archive.

“As most of these early photoplays were only one or two reels long, adapting the Bard proved to be both challenging and inspiring. Whatever these films gave up in language and length, they made up for in exuberance, cinematic artistry, visual wit and bravura acting.” Liner notes

Available on 3-day loan at the Killam Library for a unique cinematic experience!