"Who's there?" Whispered in the dark, this question begins a tale of conspiracy, deception and moral ambiguity. And in a play where everyone has something to hide, its answer is far from simple. Written by William Shakespeare, "Hamlet" depicts its titular character haunted by the past, but immobilized by the future. Iseult Gillespie digs into the humanity and tragedy of Hamlet. [Directed by Lucy Animation Studio, narrated by Jack Cutmore-Scott, music by Stephen LaRosa].

Iseult Gillespie: Why should you read "Hamlet"?

Why should you read "Hamlet"?

Hamlet's existential quandary, 'To be or not to be,' captures the essence of human indecision and the weight of conscience.

Shakespeare explores the human condition through Hamlet’s reflective monologues, blending melancholy with introspection.

The tragedy of Hamlet unfolds from human error and indecision, echoing the timeless struggle between action and thought.