Sonnet Variations: A Performance of Selected Sonnets by Shakespeare

Synopsis
29 of Shakespeare’s sonnets delivered by four young people (collectively and individually) in pastoral settings—as well as at the breakfast table, over the telephone, and as a stand-up comedy routine. Divided into Prelude, The Young Friend, The Dark Lady, and Epilogue, the performances include the following sonnets: 1, 3, 12, 15, 18, 20, 29, 33, 34, 35, 57, 60, 73, 87, 90, 94, 97, 116, 126, 129, 130, 135, 138, 143, 144, 146, 147, 153, and 154. An afterword provides comments on the history and enduring relevance of the sonnets.
Language
English
Country
United States
Medium
Video
Technical information
Colour / Sound
Year of release
2000
Duration
46 mins

Credits

Director
James Schiffer

Additional Details

Production type
Other
Subjects
English language and literature
Keywords
Shakespeare, William (1564-1616); sonnets

Distributor (Sale)

Name

Films for the Humanities & Sciences

Email
custserv.@films.com
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Fax
+1 609 671 0266
Address
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New York
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USA
Notes
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Shakespeare, "Sonnet Variations: A Performance of Selected Sonnets by Shakespeare". https://learningonscreen.ac.uk/shakespeare/search/index.php/title/av66630 (Accessed 19 Sep 2024)