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Titus (1999) -- This film is an adaptation of the Shakespeare play "Titus Andronicus." Titus returns victorious from war, only to plant the seeds of future turmoil for himself and his family. Who says revenge is sweet?
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Writers:
William Shakespeare (play)
Julie Taymor (screenplay)
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Release Date:
11 February 2000 (USA) more
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Tagline:
If you think you know Shakespeare....Think again. more
Plot:
This film is an adaptation of the Shakespeare play "Titus Andronicus." Titus returns victorious from war, only to plant the seeds of future turmoil for himself and his family. Who says revenge is sweet? full summary | full synopsis
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Nominated for Oscar. Another 2 wins & 14 nominations more
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Beautiful adaptation more (275 total)

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Rated R for strong violent and sexual images.
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162 min
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Harry Lennix originally played Aaron for Julie Taymor's off Broadway production of Titus Andronicus. When informed of the impending movie he felt obligated to reprise his role for the screen. more
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Continuity: The position of the spoon as Lucius jams it down Saturninus' throat. more
Quotes:
Tamora: Why do I have patience to endure all this? more
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References Mr. Wu (1927) more

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52 out of 60 people found the following comment useful.
Beautiful adaptation, 12 January 2000
10/10
Author: katht from Seattle WA

This film demonstrates how a stage director can combine the unique atmosphere of theater with the stark realism--and fantastic effects-- of film and make a beautiful, moving masterpiece. The words are Shakespeare, the staging is fabulous, the costumes and sets are remarkable and memorable. Jessica Lange and Anthony Hopkins and Alan Cummings radiate. Seeing Titus leaves one exhausted and exhilarated, believing one has seen true, gifted, timeless film making.

Titus is one of Shakespeare's little-known, earlier works, and it is a violent, disturbing tragedy. The producer and director took incredible risks to bring this remarkable experience to you. I know you will be moved.

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