Product Review

When the King of Navarre and his three courtiers forswear all pleasure - particularly of the female variety - in favour of a life of study, the arrival of the Princess of France and her ladies plays havoc with their intentions. Using every kind of verbal gymnastics to poke fun, Shakespeare's most intellectual comedy is brought to hilarious life in Dominic Dromgoole's highly entertaining production, rich in visual humour and sexual innuendo. Jonathan Fensom's knot garden and original music by Claire van Kampen create the framework for an engaging performance by an excellent cast. Filmed live in High Definition and true surround sound.

"With a delightful design and jaunty music it has abundant charm...Entirely enchanting." (The Times)

Production
Company: Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre
Stage Director: Dominic Dromgoole
Television Director: Ian Russell

Disc Information
Catalogue Number: OABD7071D
Date of Performance: 2009
Running Time: 166 minutes
Sound: 2.0 PCM & 5.1 DTS
Aspect Ratio: 1080i High Definition / 16:9
Subtitles: EN (in Shakespearean English)
Label: Opus Arte