11 of the Best & Worst Shakespearean Big Screen Adaptations

Which of the famous playwright's works have found box-office and critical glory — and which didn't?

"Shakespeare in Love" (1998). It may not be an actual adaptation of any of Shakespeare's plays, but it contains many elements from them including "Romeo and Juliet" and "Twelfth Night." The best picture winner gave us a look at the young Shakespeare and his inspiration. It may get some flack for beating "Saving Private Ryan" at the Oscars, but few can argue that it's enjoyable.

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