Grand Theft Hamlet

A funny, melancholy, and wildly inventive look at creativity and connection inside a violent virtual world.

Directed by

Pinny Grylls, Sam Crane

Genres

Animation, Documentary

Starring

Sam Crane, Pinny Grylls, Jen Cohn

Overview

Two unemployed friends have a fresh idea: they want to stage Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' in Grand Theft Auto. But even in a virtual world, reality intrudes in a wild and trippy film shot entirely inside the ultra-violent video game.

How it feels

Absurd, satirical, melancholic and warm. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Art, isolation, friendship, identity

Content

Strong violence and language. Mild gore and sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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