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The movie version and play version of Macbeth had many differences and similarities. The most prominent similarity amongst both versions is the plot. In both versions the plot was very much alike. Also the characters were the same on both versions, but they had very different physical qualities. In the play version, all characters in my opinion were less attractive than in the most recent version of Macbeth. another significant difference was the scenery. The play version had basically no scenery, in the other hand the more recent movie version had plenty of different scenery. based on these observations , i conclude that the movie, most recent version of Macbeth was the best version, compared to the older play version.

jacky pulido

The film version of Macbeth and the more modern film have many similarities and differences. One similarity between these two films is that Lady Macbeth's drug problem is showcased in both films. The difference between both films is that in the new film new scences were added. For example, in the beginning of the film Lady Macbeth and Macbeth were at the cementary where she was crying for her beloved son. This scene is important because it introduces you into the problematic part of the film. When seeing these two films I reached to the conclusion that the film that I enjoyed was the more modern one because it was more realistic and it had more scenery.

Behind the Scenes of Macbeth

The first film version of Macbeth and the more modern film version have many similarities and differences that come across our minds. They both share the same concept and theme of the play sharing many qualities that make them similar. For example, they shared the same names and actions among the characters in both movies. The first film version had no scenery and had much less of an attraction to the audience as the modern version did. The modern version was more up to date and caught everybody's attention more due to the fact that there was more action.

Sam Worthington Trivia Game

Hi everyone,

This is not really related to Macbeth, but here's some fun trivia: what new movie is Sam Worthington the star of? (Worthington is the actor who plays Macbeth in the newer film version we watched.)

Any guesses?

Macbeth

One similarity about the first version compared to the second was that Lady Macbeth wanted to kill Duncan. In both movies the actors had a really bad accents which you couldn't understand . The difference between the two movies was that the witches in the original film were scary and when the witches are talking they scream. In the second movie the witches are more seductive and attractive.

In my opinion I like the modern film because it had a better scenario, it was interesting and it was easier to understand compare to the first film which didn't really grab my attention. The first film was more like a dialogue compare to the modern one .



Daniela Garcia P6

Samuel Domingo

One difference I noticed in both films was that, in the more "recent" version of Macbeth, Macbeth acted on his own actions without regret or fear. In the "older" version Macbeth showed regret after killing his victims and that Lady Macbeth was one calling all the shots. Also, in the "recent" version, Macbeth was shown dead next to his wife instead of dying on the battlefield against Macduff. A similarity shown in both films was that Macbeth was still told of his faith to rule and what to watch out for. In the end, I personally liked the "recent" version more because it was easier to relate to and understand because it took place in the present time.

John Paul De Guia

There was a lot of obvious differences and similarities between the movie version and the play version of Macbeth. One of the similarities would obviously be the plot, as well as the characters. The big difference between the two versions would be the scenery, in the play, there was no scenery but it was implied that it took place in the Middle Ages, where as the movie version seemed to have taken place in a more modern time where boats, mafias, and night clubs were in existent. The smaller differences between the two would be scenes that were either omitted or moved to a different part, for example when Lady Macbeth had her speech/soliloquy, in the play, she had her soliloquy after she recieved the letter from Macbeth, and in the movie it was after Macbeth told her personally about his plot. Also, there was a scene that was added to the movie, when Banquo's ghost was shown strangling Macbeth during the banquet.
To me, the play was kind of dry, draggy at some points and not very appealing, unlike the movie where in there was much more scenery and more suspense.

Farah Laurent

It was interesting the fact that in the movie they show Banquo's ghost where as in the play they didn't, and when they show Banquo struggling Macbeth it kind keep me an edge of what would happen next. It's kind of fascinating how in the movie the witches were so young, and they seem they were seducing Macbeth at the begin of the movie. A similarity is that Macbeth killed Duncan make look like the guards did it. I think both of them were kind of boring, I think in the movie the people should of talk more modern, i think the play would of been better if there was scenery.

Marycruz Perez

One similarity between both of the plays is the plot. In one of the scenes Macbeth was trying to become king in the old version of the film. In that same film he did become king, but the way he became king is that he had to kill people in order to get that respect. On the other hand, in the modern film Macbeth was trying to be the main head in his gang.He also had to murder to get that respect. But afterwards at the end Macbeth dies so all the respect he got it faded away because after he died almost everyone else died and no one was really left to admire what he did in life in both films.

Karina Miranda

One similarity between the first film version of Macbeth and the more modern film version is that in both Lady Macbeth wanted to be in charge of Duncan's death. Even though Lady Macbeth didn't kill Duncan she was the one in charge of planning the whole thing. In both films Lady Macbeth was very confident and she wasn't scared about killing Duncan. A difference between the two films is that in the modern film Banquo's ghost actually appeared while Macbeth and his wife were celebrating with the others. While in the first film version you couldn't see Banquo's ghost even though you knew he was there.

I liked the modern film version better because it had scenery and it was very interesting. Even though the first film version had very good actors, the modern version was more interesting. I thought the first film version was very simple and hard to undertand.

Josue Torrez

Personally, i liked the film version of Macbeth better. The use of scenery and interesting camera angles and a very talented cast kept me interested. Whereas the play version was very dull and it was very difficult to pay attention to. One might say that the play version was better because it stays true to Shakespeare's version, but the changes to the film version keep it more modern and exciting.

One similarity was the dialogue between the characters. They were both quite similar to each other. The actors all had accents which made it a little bit harder to understand, but it wasn't a nuisance. A difference between the 2 was that the play version had very ugly actors, but they played their parts well. The film version on the other hand was filled with attractive actors and actresses, especially Lady Macbeth. It was an all-around enjoyable experience, but it could have been better if we had been able to see the violence

Priscilla Figueroa

One similarity in both films is the plot. Macbeth was trying to become king or boss of the castle or gang. Which he did by committing murders. A difference is that the witches were pretty and they used seduction to grab Macbeths attention and to believe their prophecy. While in the older movie the witches were dirty, older, and very unattractive.

PROMPT

Hi everyone! Here is the prompt for your first post:

Compare and contrast the first film version of Macbeth we viewed in class and the more modern film version we saw last week. In the blog post, include and analyze at least one difference and one similarity between the two versions. Your comparison might discuss plot, setting, mood, characters, dialogue, lighting, costumes, camera angles, etc. Be thorough in your analysis. You may also state which version you prefer.

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WELCOME!

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