Joss Whedon can pretty much do anything. His Much Ado About Nothing deftly blends a classic work of literature with innovative, modern filmmaking. And he made it shortly after completing one of the highest grossing films of all time - The Avengers. The film is fun, fresh, beautifully shot, and light on its feat. Plus I'm a sucker for black & white. For this one, I broke my usual rule of avoiding reading "source material" before seeing the film version. But seeing as this is Shakespeare, I figured I'd make an exception. Though I did read the play, Whedon's film would likely be enjoyed by anyone in search of a jazzy re-imagining of a classic work. The actors all embrace their roles totally, and after about a few minutes of getting used to the "Shakespeare speak" it just sounds like witty dialogue. And Dogberry is an absolute hoot. Gender-swap Conrad was a nice touch and so well executed that the casual observer wouldn't even notice it. Many of Shakespeare's thematics are timeless. Under the helm of a skilled director like Whedon, Much Ado About Nothing is an immensely entertaining summer affair. The only problem is finding a theater that's playing it amongst all the summer blockbusters.
Rating: 5 / 5
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