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This analysis delves into the multifaceted characters of Ophelia and Gertrude in Shakespeare's "Hamlet." It explores various portrayals through different adaptations, including the artistic interpretations by Millais and Waterhouse. Notable performances by acclaimed actresses, such as Helena Bonham Carter, are also examined, alongside their character relationships with Hamlet, Claudius, and Polonius. The exploration is enriched by considering the dramatic shifts in character across eras, showcasing how each depiction adds depth to the narrative and themes of madness, love, and power.
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The Faces of Hamlet Fall 2010 ENG3304: Shakespeare’s Shifty Characters
Ophelia (Jaimee/Lisa) Simmonds Millais
One last Ophelia (Jaimee) Waterhouse, 1910
Bonham-Carter Ophelia Jessica
Bonham Carter again Lisa
Ophelia • Lisa
Gertrude (1990s) Ashley and Nikki
Gertrude(Nikki) • Gertie and Claudius • Gertie and her son
Gertrude (1950s?) Ashley
Gertrude (1936) Toni
Polonius Alex
Claudius James
Claudius • James
Black Horatio Carolyn
Be-spectacled Horatio Carolyn
Laertes and Ophelia Chris
Laertes • Chris
Hamlet You need some Olivier
Kenneth Branaugh Also dyed his hair….
Hamlet Chimp • Mirna