From the silent days of cinema, Shakespeare's plays have often been adapted to the big screen. Film-makers relished his vivid characters and dramatic plots as well as the magic and poetry of his work. For the first time in a single documentary, Arena explores the rich, global history of Shakespeare in the cinema, with a treasure trove of film extracts and archival interviews with their creators.
| Name | Type | Role | |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Thompson | Writer | ||
| Adrian Wootton | Writer | ||
| Adrian Wootton | Producer | ||
| David Thompson | Producer | ||
| Penelope Wilton | Actor |